Behavioral Health Peer Specialist - FT - Days - CYS

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System is seeking a Behavioral Health Peer Specialist to deliver patient‑centered peer support, mentoring and recovery coaching. You will be part of the care team, helping patients pursue behavioral health recovery goals and enhance overall wellness and quality of life.

Key responsibilities include outreach, aftercare activities, and contributing to new member and renewal member campaigns, with emphasis on accountability, communication and collaboration in a busy behavioral

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CRSS certification required by Florida Certification Board.
• BLS certifications (AHA, Grace period, Red Cross) required.
• Lived recovery experience and WRAP training within 6 months of hire.
• CRPS designation to be obtained within 18 months of hire.
• Valid driver's license if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual peer mentoring and recovery coaching.
• Participates in outreach and aftercare recovery activities.
• Contributes to new member and renewal member campaigns.

Skills

ACCOUNTABILITY

ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING

CRISIS INTERVENTION - BEHAVIORAL HEALH

CUSTOMER SERVICE

PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE

PROBLEM SOLVING

RESPONDING TO CHANGE

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD)

BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA)

BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE)

BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC)

Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS)

Driver License Number

Job description

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary

The Behavioral Health Peer Specialist provides patient-centered services, including individual and group peer support counseling. As an integral member of the care team, the Peer Specialist empowers patients to achieve their behavioral health recovery goals while promoting overall health, wellness, and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual peer mentoring and/or recovery coaching.
• Participates in outreach and aftercare recovery activities.
• Contributes to new member and renewal member campaigns.

Competencies

• ACCOUNTABILITY
• ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING
• CRISIS INTERVENTION - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE
• PROBLEM SOLVING
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education And Certification Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)
• BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)
• Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) - Florida Certification Board (FCB)
• Driver License Num (DRIVER LIC) - Department of Motor Vehicles

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Other skills include time-management skills, knowledge of community resources and strong written communication skills. Required Work Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of documented related experience in mental health, substance use, or peer support settings. Experience may be fulfilled through paid employment, volunteer service, peer support training programs, or a combination thereof. Equivalent experience in lived experience with demonstrated peer support engagement may be considered. Other Information: Must include lived experience of recovery from mental health or substance use disorders. Complete WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) training within 6 months of hire. Must obtain the Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (CRPS) designation within 18 months of hire. Automobile Insurance (AUTO INS) - Automobile Insurance (AUTO INS), if applicable BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE) - 6 months within hire.

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 0%
• Climbing = 0%
• Keyboard Entry = 60%
• Kneeling = 0%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Reaching = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
• Running = 0%
• Sitting = 60%
• Squatting = 0%
• Standing = 60%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 60%
• Hearing Acuity = 60%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 60%
• Distinguish Color = 60%
• Seeing - Far = 60%
• Seeing - Near = 60%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 40%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 40%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 40%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 40%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 40%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
• Dust = 0%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
• Hazardous Medication = 0%
• Latex = 0%
• Computer Monitor = 60%
• Domestic Animals = 0%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 0%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 0%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 0%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 0%
• Potential Electric Shock = 0%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
• Radiation = 0%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 0%

Shift

Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.

We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.

Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

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