Peer Support Specialist

• Provides effective screenings and crisis intervention to at-risk individuals and families engaging in homeless services in the community. 
• Work with individuals and families to prevent crisis and promote treatment engagement, while assessing risk ongoing.
• Assist individuals to deal with substance use; family, parenting, and marital problems; suicide; stress management; financial issues; and issues associated with aging and behavioral health. 
• Obtain and maintain knowledge of and actively refer to various social services resources in Charlotte County and surrounding areas.
• Receive referrals from the community based homeless services providers. 
• Engage with individuals in the community and their living environment.
• Monitor individuals in need of services and encourage engagement in treatment. 
• Maintain accurate, complete and current documentation in accordance with internal and external requirements. 
• Provide clinical services, as needed. 
• Cooperate with agency staff and external providers and interact with community on behalf of the program. 
• Provide transportation, when necessary and appropriate. 

Benefits

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Full-time

• Dental, vision, health, and life insurance. 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employer sponsored contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA), with qualifying insurance plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO). 
• 11 paid holidays.

Must meet eligibility requirements

• 403b Retirement Plan, with 9% employer contribution for those who meet eligibility requirements. 
• Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible, and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) loan repayment eligible for qualifying staff

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Ability to pass a level II Background clearance and drug test. 
• Valid FL drivers’ license, insurance, and safe driving record. 
• CBHC New Hire Orientation (NHO) completed within first two (2) months of employment.
• Must maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct, while adhering to agency policies and procedures.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, in collaboration with other community partners.
• Ability to manage stressful situations and display appropriate work demeanor and boundaries.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility in various work projects
• Ability to understand instructions.
• Ability to maintain patient and agency confidentiality.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods. 
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in all driving conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

For more information regarding the Level II Background Screening click here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com