Crisis Recovery Peer Specialist — Empower Hope

Adult & Child Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Top-notch training

Career mobility

Job summary

Adult & Child Health in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a part-time Certified Peer Specialist to support individuals in crisis on their recovery journey. You will collaborate to develop personalized treatment plans, provide emotional support, and connect clients with community resources.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, transportation to services, documenting care, and promoting empowerment within a welcoming, recovery-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to self-identify as a present or former client of mental health and/or substance use services OR self-identifies as a person in recovery from mental health and/or substance use disorder.
• Requires one year of direct and personal experience with the mental health system as a primary consumer of services.
• Able to complete a state-approved Certified Peer Support training program and other required trainings within six months of employment.
• Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Leadership.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Minimum one (1) year of recovery.
• Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.
• All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with individuals to develop personalized treatment plans that address their specific needs.
• Maintain regular communication with referral sources and guardians to discuss progress, transition planning, and relevant clinical matters.
• Participate in meetings to ensure continuity of care for individuals.
• Assist in researching and referring individuals to outside resources when necessary.
• Schedule treatment appointments and provide transportation to and from Recovery Support Services and community-based services.
• Accompany clients to appointments when permitted, representing the agency professionally.
• Support clients in accessing medical services and document all services in accordance with state and federal standards.
• Offer crisis intervention and facilitate group education sessions as scheduled.
• Pursue professional development through training to meet required hours every two years.
• Utilize peer support to foster recovery and resilience in individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Help individuals build connections with others, their overall community, and Recovery Supports within their community.
• Assist individuals in accessing information and support for mental health and substance use disorders.
• Support individuals in making independent choices and taking an active role in their treatment.
• Help individuals identify their strengths and resources for recovery.
• Assist individuals in setting and achieving recovery goals through mentoring, advocacy, and coaching.
• Provide emotional, informational, and instructional support to help clients feel connected and develop recovery skills.
• Encourage clients to live a healthy, productive, and sober lifestyle during and after their time in the facility.
• Aid participants in creating personal treatment plans to actively engage in their own recovery.
• Adhere to ethical and confidentiality standards of the facility.
• Show interest in the long-term and short-term goals of the company.

Job description

Adult & Child Health in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a part-time Certified Peer Specialist to support individuals in crisis on their recovery journey. You will collaborate to develop personalized treatment plans, provide emotional support, and connect clients with community resources.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, transportation to services, documenting care, and promoting empowerment within a welcoming, recovery-focused environment.