Crisis Recovery Peer Support Advocate

A&C Adult and Child Health, Inc.; Indianapolis, Madison (IN, WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7

Mileage reimbursement

Employee discounts

Workplace culture

Job summary

A&C Adult and Child Health, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Certified Peer Specialist to support individuals in crisis through recovery-focused services.

You will use lived experience to inspire, guide, and empower clients as they access resources and develop personalized plans. Collaborate with the Crisis Services team to ensure continuity of care, facilitate referrals, provide emotional support, and promote connections within the community.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to self-identify as a present or former client of mental health and/or substance use services.
• 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 within six months of employment.
• Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Leadership.

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.

Education

State-approved Certified Peer Support training

One year of direct experience in mental health/substance use system

Job description

A&C Adult and Child Health, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Certified Peer Specialist to support individuals in crisis through recovery-focused services.

You will use lived experience to inspire, guide, and empower clients as they access resources and develop personalized plans. Collaborate with the Crisis Services team to ensure continuity of care, facilitate referrals, provide emotional support, and promote connections within the community.