Overnight Weekend Peer Support Specialist

Impact Life, Inc.; Seaford (DE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays Yearly

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Shift differential

Job summary

Impact Life, Inc. in Seaford, Delaware invites applications for a part-time Peer Support Specialist. The role involves supporting residents in recovery, linking services, and providing education and encouragement. Duties include coordinating appointments, monitoring behaviors, and coordinating with care teams.

The position requires weekend and overnight availability, including Saturdays and Sundays with on-call duties. A shift differential is offered to compensate for odd hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years proven work experience as a Peer Support Specialist or similar role in Behavior Health, Substance Use Disorder Treatment or related field.
• Relevant training and/or certifications as a Peer Support Specialist preferred.
• Candidates must hold a valid driver\'s license at time of application and maintain it during employment.

Responsibilities

• Arrange medical appointments, therapy sessions, support groups, and other resources to aid the client.
• Monitor the resident\'s behavior, schedule, medication, and activities.
• Report any unusual behavior, conflicts, or recovery deviations to the relevant professionals.
• Liaise with family members and medical professionals regularly.
• Provide recovery education and support.
• Refer and link clients to appropriate services within the agency and community in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the resident care team to develop an individualized plan.
• Provide care in a non-judgmental, respectful of diversity and autonomy.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Compassion

Attention to detail

Emergency on-call

Job description

Impact Life, Inc. in Seaford, Delaware invites applications for a part-time Peer Support Specialist. The role involves supporting residents in recovery, linking services, and providing education and encouragement. Duties include coordinating appointments, monitoring behaviors, and coordinating with care teams.

The position requires weekend and overnight availability, including Saturdays and Sundays with on-call duties. A shift differential is offered to compensate for odd hours.