CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT WORKER

BHC Mesilla Valley Hospital, LLC; Las Cruces (NM); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(K) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Mesilla Valley Hospital in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Certified Peer Support Worker to use lived experience with addiction and recovery to support patients navigating care for substance use disorders and mental health. You will connect patients with community programs, coordinate care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to reduce barriers and promote recovery.

Join a mission-driven team focused on compassionate care, education, and resources to help patients achieve healthier futures

Qualifications

• High School Degree or GED is required.
• Two years of work experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and Certified Peer Support Worker Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Support patients navigating care for substance use and mental health.
• Connect patients to community-based programs and resources.
• Screen patients for substance use history and coordinate care within the team.

Skills

Documentation

Service Excellence

Emergency Situations

Education

High School Degree/GED

Job description

Responsibilities

Mesilla Valley Hospital has been in operation since 1987, serving those in need of treatment for a variety of psychiatric and substance abuse issues.

Mesilla Valley Hospital is a 120-bed facility, providing access to quality behavioral healthcare and substance abuse treatment to residents of New Mexico, West Texas and Arizona. MVH is the leader in providing quality mental health and addiction treatment services. Our commitment to care includes developing integrated delivery systems through partnerships with medical surgical hospitals, community mental health centers, educational institutions, managed care organizations, local health professionals and agencies.

Visit us online at: www.mesillavalleyhospital.com

POSITION SUMMARY

The Certified Peer Support Worker will use their lived experience with substance use and recovery to support, mentor and advocate for patients navigating care for substance use disorders and mental health. Connecting patients to community-based programs to improve their recovery and/or harm reduction, health and general well-being through education and provision of resources through explanation of programs, coordination of care and services. Screens patients as related to substance use disorder/history of overdose and link patients to community resources that will assist with those needs. Works collaboratively and effectively within an interdisciplinary team within the community. Establishes positive and supportive relationships with participants and provides feedback to other members of the team. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with clients, providers and clinical staff. Works to reduce cultural and socio-economic barriers between clients and institutions. Available to work flexible schedule, ability to drive and meet MVH MVR driving requirements.

Benefit & Rewards Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

High School Degree/GED Required and two years of work experience. Must have a current valid driver’s license and Certified Peer Support Worker Certificate.

Skills

Maintain timely and accurate documentation, Ability to demonstrate Service Excellence, Ability to remain professional in emergency situations.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.