IPS-Certified Peer: Employment & Recovery Specialist

AltaPointe Health; Alabama; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

AltaPointe Health in Alabama is seeking an IPS Supported Employment Certified Peer Specialist to assist adults in outpatient programs with pursuing employment, promoting self-determination, and modeling recovery. You will engage with consumers to understand goals and barriers, and support them through planning and access to resources.

Responsibilities include attending treatment team meetings, providing job development and coaching, preparing resumes and applications, and fostering community

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Must be in recovery from a mental illness; be willing to share recovery story; and have an understanding of the mental health system.

Responsibilities

• Support consumers in obtaining employment goals and promote self-determination.
• Attend treatment team meetings with individuals to support self-directed advocacy and career planning.
• Provide job development and job coaching to assist participants on the Employment Team.
• Assist individuals in navigating benefits and building community connections.

Job description

AltaPointe Health in Alabama is seeking an IPS Supported Employment Certified Peer Specialist to assist adults in outpatient programs with pursuing employment, promoting self-determination, and modeling recovery. You will engage with consumers to understand goals and barriers, and support them through planning and access to resources.

Responsibilities include attending treatment team meetings, providing job development and coaching, preparing resumes and applications, and fostering community