Peer Recovery Specialist

at  Ascension

DETAILS

• Department: Behavioral Health
• Schedule: Full-time, Weekdays, 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Hospital: Ascension St. Mary Hospital
• Location: Chicago, IL

REQUIREMENTS

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Preferred Credential(s):
• BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience,if applicable.

Assist in the provision of behavioral health services and safety support for patients.

• Collect, record, and report data on client progress making specific instructional changes according to established guidelines and complete informal evaluations as required.
• Provide patient assistance including deescalating volatile situations and alert team members to any areas of concern.
• Assist with the search, inventory, storage, and return of patient property.
• May serve as a member of the crisis response team and participate in situational debriefs as required.
• May assist in the planning and implementation of individualized behavior support plans.