Assertive Community Treatment Team PRSS/ Wellness Coach Level 1: Community Based (66044)

NorthCare; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthCare is seeking a Peer Recovery Support Specialist to support individuals in their recovery journey. This role emphasizes community-based support, including facilitating peer groups and developing crisis plans. Wide-ranging benefits including flexible spending accounts and continuing education opportunities are offered, aiming to create a nurturing work environment for dedicated professionals.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off including PTO and FLOAT leave

Retirement 403(b) with employer contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Gym Membership Discounts

Cell Phone Stipend

Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Lived experience as a former consumer of mental health services.
• Ability to obtain ODMHSAS Peer Recovery Support Specialist certification within 60 days.
• Ability to obtain Wellness Coach certification within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform health promotion activities including wellness education and substance use prevention.
• Support clients in adhering to prescribed treatments.
• Monitor client progress and track outcome measures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of mental health recovery

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: General Pershing Headquarter - Oklahoma City, OK

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $16.20 - $18.19 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Road Warrior

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey? We are seeking a passionate and empathetic Peer Recovery Support Specialist to join our FACT Team. This community-based role is dedicated to supporting clients in their homes or in a community setting by fostering hope and empowerment through lived experience and specialized training.

Some Key Duties:

• Perform health promotion activities, including education on wellness, substance use prevention, and self-management plans.
• Support clients in adhering to prescribed treatments and navigating recovery resources.
• Facilitate peer support groups such as WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan).
• Develop crisis plans and psychiatric advanced directives with clients.
• Monitor client progress and track outcome measures.

Benefits/Perks:

• Competitivesalary
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off to include PTO and Annual FLOAT leave
• Retirement 403(b) with employer contribution (no employee match required)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and trainings
• Medical, dental and vision insurance options including VarietyCare Advantage rates/discounts and ZERO Card benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care Expenses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Urban Sitter
• Holiday saving club
• Verizon Cellular plan discount
• Gym Membership Discounts (YMCA, Planet Fitness, Crunch Fitness)
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Lived experience as a current or former consumer of mental health services.
• Certification as an ODMHSAS Peer Recovery Support Specialist (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire).
• Certification as a Wellness Coach (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire).
• Knowledge of mental health recovery and wellness principles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and a valid Oklahoma driver’s license with valid insurance.

This is a community-based role requiring travel and a high degree of autonomy. As an essential worker, you may occasionally work holidays, weekends, or during office closures.

*Starting salary for this position is guided by experience, education, certification(s), and the ability to perform the assigned tasks

Take the next step in your career while giving back to your community. Your lived experience has the power to change lives—join us and be a beacon of hope in the recovery journey.

NorthCare/VarietyCare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.