Peer Specialist, (1123) ACT

Catholic Charities

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Professional development and training

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company  

Paid vacation, sick and personal leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington is hiring a Peer Specialist to provide Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) services in the community. You will support ACT teams in delivering highly individualized care aligned with the ACT Fidelity Model.

Responsibilities include teaching ADLs, offering one-on-one support in offices and communities, and helping clients obtain benefits such as Medicaid and housing.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency.
Peer Specialist certification from DC DBH is required.
2 years' experience in a social services environment.

Responsibilities

Provide Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) services to consumers.
Teach Activities of Daily Living (ADL) including personal hygiene, grooming and self-care, and related tasks.
Provide one-on-one office and community-based support for ACT consumers for six months.
Travel to and from appointments to support consumers.
Assist consumers with Medicaid, Social Security, housing and other benefits.
Foster coping and community integration skills and support family relationships.
Document all services in the electronic database and review progress notes weekly.
Attend supervisory sessions and clinical rounds with the team.
Maintain adherence to ACT Fidelity Model and organizational policies.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication skills

Co-occurring disorders

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Peer Specialist certification (DC DBH)

Job description

Description

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our "promote from within" culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, and a passion for building and motivating world class, high performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities.

Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.

JOB SUMMARY: The Peer Specialist provides Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) services to consumer. The position supports ACT team members who provide highly individualized services in the community consistent with the principles and practices of the ACT Fidelity Model.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) services to consumers.

Teach Activities of Daily Living (ADL) in the areas of personal hygiene, grooming and self-care, including housekeeping and cooking.
Provide office and community based one-on-one support for ACT consumers including meeting weekly for six months to increase consumer's ability to effectively participate in the prevention of predictable problems and management of treatment of their illnesses, both physical and mental.
Travel teaching to and from various appointments.
Support consumers in stressful situations.
Teach coping skills and community integration skills.
Assist consumers with the acquisition of Medicaid, Social Security, housing and other benefits.
Assist consumers in establishing relationships with family members.
Facilitate Peer Support Groups for individuals with co-occurring and substance abuse disorders.

Maintain an acceptable productivity level, approximately 4 hours per day.

Document all services in the electronic database by close of business following the date of service.
Review all daily service encounters and progress notes no less than weekly.

Provide support to ACT team members in areas of peer recovery, rehabilitation, and treatment to promote a culture which reflects the consumer's point of view.
Assist in the development and implementation of strengths, educational and employment opportunities as identified in the individual recovery plan.
Foster connections with faith-based organizations, self-help groups and mutual support groups.
Participate in weekly and/or situational supervisory sessions with Team Lead to review consumer health goals/progress, assess intervention techniques and further develop skill in health education.
Attend daily morning meetings and clinical rounds as appropriate.
Maintain adherence to all policies and procedures consistent with the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). Adhere to the principles and practices of the ACT Fidelity Model.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalency.
Peer training program and active Peer Specialist certification from the DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). Peer Specialist certification in another state must be approved by DBH.
2 years' experience working in a social services environment.

SKILLS and COMPETENCIES

Driving is required. Must have valid local driver's license and clean driving record. At least 50% of services are provided in the community and 50% are face-to-face.
Oral, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Skills in co-occurring disorders treatment.

Benefits Package