Peer Specialist - ABH
AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, United States
AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Reports To: Unit Director
Trainings:
Annual, Effective 1/21 BLS Required existing incumbents with Heart Saver First Aid CPR/AED, will be required to renew with BLS, all new hires effective this same date, are required to have BLS within 90 days from date of hire or transfer. CPI required within 90 days of hire or transfer. MHA Training within one year from date of transfer or hire date.
Career Development
Peer Specialist à Case Manager à Therapist
Position Summary
This position will provide supportive services including advocacy, support, and coaching in skills related to behavioral health needs. Completes all required educational interventions while engaging clients. Determines social service needs and coordinates care.
Duties and Responsibilities
Completes all required educational interventions
Engages clients in a warm and empowering manner. Utilizes a person first approach to interactions and interventions with clients
Determines social service needs of clients
Responds bedside and to the emergency department to support clients
Assists clients with linkage to services in the community, such as: financial assistance, medical assistance, transportation, etc.
Coordinates clients' behavioral health and medical care
Performs outreach and engagement of clients to increase adherence
Assists clients with scheduling of appointments for behavioral health and medical care
Shares personal lived experience with clients to help facilitate and support behavioral health needs
Works collaboratively with hospital team around care for the client and discharge planning
Assists with wellness prevention interventions
Assists with maintaining compliance with DMHAS, Joint Commission, and SAMHSA contract requirements
Completes documentation within the electronic medical record systems in a timely manner
Establishes and maintains positive community supports
Maintains compliance with the DMHAS licensing regulations including the confidentiality of drug and alcohol clients
Participates in treatment team conferences to support best practices
Models and supports clients and staff in health and wellness activities and with using healthy coping skills
Participates in assigned meetings, staff development
Minimal Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or GED. Associate's degree in behavioral health field preferred.
Experience : Peer position requires that the applicant self‑declare past or current treatment for behavioral health. Minimum 2 years of continuous, active recovery required. Understands and supports a trauma‑informed system of care. Experience with illness management & recovery (IMR) and motivational interviewing (MI) preferred. Valid Driver's License required. Excellent computer skills required. Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Self‑direction and flexibility required to meet the needs of administration and management. Sensitivity to a culturally diverse client population and workplace required. Supports and validates individual differences to create a harmonious work environment. Supports the organizations' mission to create a healthier community.
Equipment Use:
Computer, copier, facsimile
Total Rewards at AtlantiCare
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans with employer contributions
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Wellness Programs to help you thrive
Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more
Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.
Join a team that values your well‑being and invests in your future.
Job Category: Behavioral Health
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Weekends Required?: Yes
Holidays Required?: Yes
Shift: Days
Posititon Status: Full-Time
Pay Range: $16.64 - $23.30
In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to Pay Transparency Law; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Reports To: Unit Director
Trainings:
Annual, Effective 1/21 BLS Required existing incumbents with Heart Saver First Aid CPR/AED, will be required to renew with BLS, all new hires effective this same date, are required to have BLS within 90 days from date of hire or transfer. CPI required within 90 days of hire or transfer. MHA Training within one year from date of transfer or hire date.
Career Development
Peer Specialist à Case Manager à Therapist
Position Summary
This position will provide supportive services including advocacy, support, and coaching in skills related to behavioral health needs. Completes all required educational interventions while engaging clients. Determines social service needs and coordinates care.
Duties and Responsibilities
Completes all required educational interventions
Engages clients in a warm and empowering manner. Utilizes a person first approach to interactions and interventions with clients
Determines social service needs of clients
Responds bedside and to the emergency department to support clients
Assists clients with linkage to services in the community, such as: financial assistance, medical assistance, transportation, etc.
Coordinates clients' behavioral health and medical care
Performs outreach and engagement of clients to increase adherence
Assists clients with scheduling of appointments for behavioral health and medical care
Shares personal lived experience with clients to help facilitate and support behavioral health needs
Works collaboratively with hospital team around care for the client and discharge planning
Assists with wellness prevention interventions
Assists with maintaining compliance with DMHAS, Joint Commission, and SAMHSA contract requirements
Completes documentation within the electronic medical record systems in a timely manner
Establishes and maintains positive community supports
Maintains compliance with the DMHAS licensing regulations including the confidentiality of drug and alcohol clients
Participates in treatment team conferences to support best practices
Models and supports clients and staff in health and wellness activities and with using healthy coping skills
Participates in assigned meetings, staff development
Minimal Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or GED. Associate's degree in behavioral health field preferred.
Experience : Peer position requires that the applicant self‑declare past or current treatment for behavioral health. Minimum 2 years of continuous, active recovery required. Understands and supports a trauma‑informed system of care. Experience with illness management & recovery (IMR) and motivational interviewing (MI) preferred. Valid Driver's License required. Excellent computer skills required. Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Self‑direction and flexibility required to meet the needs of administration and management. Sensitivity to a culturally diverse client population and workplace required. Supports and validates individual differences to create a harmonious work environment. Supports the organizations' mission to create a healthier community.
Equipment Use:
Computer, copier, facsimile
Total Rewards at AtlantiCare
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans with employer contributions
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Wellness Programs to help you thrive
Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more
Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.
Join a team that values your well‑being and invests in your future.
Job Category: Behavioral Health
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Weekends Required?: Yes
Holidays Required?: Yes
Shift: Days
Posititon Status: Full-Time
Pay Range: $16.64 - $23.30
In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to Pay Transparency Law; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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