Peer Recovery Coach for Wellness & Empowerment

OVP HEALTH; South Point (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

OVP Health is seeking a Peer Recovery Supporter in Ohio to serve as a role model for residents with mental health or substance use challenges. You will promote recovery, assist with goal setting, and coordinate care with the treatment team in a inpatient facility setting.

Required are direct lived experience, an active Ohio Peer Recovery Support Certification, and CPR. The role involves shift work including evenings and overnights, with a focus on advocacy and empowerment for residents and

Qualifications

• Direct lived experience with mental health and/or substance use issues.
• Active Ohio Peer Recovery Support Certification required.
• Compliance with the Ohio Peer Support Code of Ethics.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Model resilience and recovery as a role model for residents.
• Check in with shift and receive assigned tasks.
• Assist in crisis interventions and stabilization and alert treatment team.
• Develop individualized recovery and wellness goals with residents.
• Promote coordination among providers and attend team meetings.
• Maintain residents' schedule for your shift.
• Assist with accessing outside support systems for aftercare.
• Greet new patients and orient them to the program.
• Monitor phone usage and follow facility policies.
• Support life skills development and recreational activities.

Skills

Direct lived experience in recovery

Ohio Peer Recovery Support Cert req

Compliance with Ohio Peer Support Code

CPR Certified

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

OVP Health is seeking a Peer Recovery Supporter in Ohio to serve as a role model for residents with mental health or substance use challenges. You will promote recovery, assist with goal setting, and coordinate care with the treatment team in a inpatient facility setting.

Required are direct lived experience, an active Ohio Peer Recovery Support Certification, and CPR. The role involves shift work including evenings and overnights, with a focus on advocacy and empowerment for residents and