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CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST at Apis Services Inc

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Peer Support Services, Education, Advocacy, Treatment Engagement, Recovery Support Education, Wellness Recovery Action Plans, Self-Help Groups, Mutual Peer Support Groups, Person Centered Interventions, Documentation

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Posting TitleCERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST Position Summary The Peer Specialist performs a wide range of tasks to assist Persons In Recover (PIRs) in regaining control over their own recovery process. This includes but is not limited to the development of natural supports; development of social interactions in the community; and management of symptoms that challenge wellness in an individual. Essential Duties and Functions * Delivers peer support services: such as education, advocacy, and to foster engagement in treatment process. * Provide recovery support education for persons enrolled, staff, and family members. This may include but is not limited to: Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) for enrollees, Self-help/mutual peer support groups, training and orientation of new enrollees, and training and orientation for staff and Team members. * Supporting person centered interventions as identified in service plans for everyone served. * Maintain one’s own physical, mental, and emotional well-being so that the CPS can function appropriately in the job and can model healthy functioning to those we serve. * Complete required documentation of services in a timely manner according to agency policy Qualifications * Must self-identify as an individual with a serious mental illness who is currently or formerly a recipient of mental health services and/or substance abuse recovery services. * HS Diploma/GED * At least 2 years working with others in Mental Health Recovery preferred

Responsibilities

The Peer Specialist assists Persons In Recovery (PIRs) in regaining control over their recovery process through tasks like developing natural supports and fostering community social interactions. Essential duties include delivering peer support services such as education and advocacy, and providing recovery support education to enrolled persons, staff, and family members.