Peer Recovery Supporter-BHIC

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Peer Recovery Supporter to assist patients recovering from behavioral health disorders. The role involves providing insight, support, and advocacy to help patients in their treatment journey and promote long-term recovery.

The ideal candidate has Peer Recovery Supporter Certification, effective communication skills, and preferably 1 year of relevant experience. The position offers a full-time schedule with first shift hours at Harding Hospital.

Qualifications

• Required: Peer Recovery Supporter Certification from OMHAS.
• Identify as a person in behavioral health recovery.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Support patients in recovery from behavioral health disorders.
• Monitor progress and identify concerns.
• Engage in community outreach with local behavioral health resources.

Skills

Peer Recovery Supporter Certification

Good communication skills

Active listening skills

Education

High School education or equivalent

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Job Title

Peer Recovery Supporter‑BHIC

Department

Harding | Harding Behavioral Health Urgent Care

Scope of Position

The role of a Behavioral Support Technician 2 (aka: Peer Recovery Supporter‑BHUC) is to support patients with and in recovery from behavioral health disorders. The Behavioral Support Technician 2 serves as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator for patients to help them engage in treatment, promote long‑term recovery, and prevent relapse.

Position Summary

The Behavioral Support Technician 2 will listen to patients and share personal experience to provide insight on barriers to recovery, identify solutions, and provide hope and address shame and stigma. The Technician encourages patients in their treatment journey and shares medically accurate information, works with patients to identify recovery needs, set goals, anticipate barriers, and develop resilience skills. The Technician acts as an advocate to address all medical and behavioral health needs, meets with families as permitted, and dispels myths through open communication. Working closely with other healthcare professionals, the Technician monitors progress, identifies concerns, and provides holistic and culturally competent care. The Technician cultivates knowledge of local behavioral health resources and engages in community outreach with agencies serving individuals in recovery. The Technician may be available to talk with patients after discharge to ensure appropriate follow‑up care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Required: Peer Recovery Supporter Certification from OMHAS. Identify as a person in behavioral health recovery. High School education or equivalent. Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Preferred: A minimum of 1 year relevant experience. Working knowledge of different pathways to behavioral health recovery and social systems including evidence‑based practices. Active listening skills to ask questions and reflect. Knowledge of local resources to aid patient in ongoing recovery. Experience in peer recovery services, behavioral health services, social services. Experience with electronic health records.
• Ongoing: Current Basic Life Support Certification. Complete Computer Based Learning (CBLs) annually. Maintain annual competencies as outlined by OSUMC. Maintain CEUs for OMHAS Peer Recovery Supporter Certification.

Additional Information

Location: Harding Hospital (0165)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.