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Residential Peer Support- Day Shift

MY House
Wasilla, USA
Full-time
Entry
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago

Full Job Posting

Key Responsibilities

  • Engage with participants to provide encouragement, empathy, and understanding based on shared experiences.
  • Facilitate peer support groups and workshops to promote sharing, connection, and mutual support.
  • Offer strategies for coping with challenges and setbacks in the recovery process.
  • Recognize signs of distress and provide immediate support to residents in crisis.
  • Participate in team meetings to share insights and contribute to care planning.
  • Promote a culture of empowerment, respect, and dignity among residents.
  • Recording Keeping and Documentation:
  • Monitor and document participant behavior and communicate observations and insights to the clinical team.
  • Ensure proper documentation of client data, treatment sessions, and any changes in participant status according to established protocols.
  • Assist with Medication Management
  • Observe client self-administer medications according to prescribed instructions ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Monitor residents for any side effects or adverse reactions related to medication, and report concerns to the clinical team.

Qualifications

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in social services or mental health preferred.
  • Experience: Personal experience in recovery from substance use or mental health challenges with a minimum of six months in recovery; previous peer support experience is a plus.
  • Certification: Certified Peer Specialist or similar certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification if not already held.
  • Skills and Competencies
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse populations.
  • Knowledge of recovery-oriented practices and principles.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Compassion, empathy, and strong problem-solving skills.
  • Working Conditions
  • May require flexibility in hours, including evening and weekend shifts.
  • Physical ability to engage in activities and provide support to residents as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in social services or mental health preferred.
  • Experience: Personal experience in recovery from substance use or mental health challenges with a minimum of six months in recovery; previous peer support experience is a plus.
  • Certification: Certified Peer Specialist or similar certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification if not already held.
  • Personal experience in recovery from substance use or mental health challenges with a minimum of six months in recovery; previous peer support experience is a plus.

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