Peer Specialist - ACT I

Paycom - ATS; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

500 hours sick leave

9 paid holidays

2 floating holidays

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer;

Job summary

Cornerstone Montgomery seeks a Peer Support Specialist to join the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. You will work with adults living with mental health and co-occurring disorders to help them live, work, and engage with the community.

Responsibilities include client-centered case management, psychiatric rehabilitation, life skills coaching, crisis intervention, and supporting medication adherence. A valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Personal history as consumer of behavioral health services encouraged.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for work purposes.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centered case management and psychiatric rehabilitation services for ACT clients.
• Act as a positive role model; provide life skills training and health management.
• Deliver crisis intervention and support medication adherence.

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Personal history as consumer of behavioral health services

Job description

Cornerstone Montgomery – Peer Support Specialist with Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)Cornerstone Montgomery empowers people living with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders to live, work, and integrate successfully into the community. We envision that each person we serve will have a meaningful life of their choosing. As the largest outpatient behavioral health agency in Montgomery County, we offer years of evidence based treatment experience to our consumers and practical training to our staff. Our robust training program allows staff members to develop and grow in the position and provides the basis for upward mobility within the agency.Responsibilities of the Peer Support Specialist with the ACT TeamProvide client-centered case management & psychiatric rehabilitation services to clients of the ACT teamAct as a positive role model for individualsProvide life skills training, behavior management, health management, crisis intervention, and support to clients to take medication as prescribedMaintain a caseload, attend client meetings on time & prepared, and complete all documentation in a timely fashionAssociates Degree-Bachelor’s Degree preferred1-2 years experience working with adults diagnosed with mental health and/or co-occurring substance use disorders preferred. Personal History as Consumer of Behavioral Health Services.Possession of a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record (as determined by HR) required. Must have access to a personal vehicle and be willing to use it for work purposes. Maybe required to transport clients in personal vehicle.Certificate of completion from Maryland State approved peer support service training program preferred.Our company offers a dynamic and collegial work environment, ongoing opportunities for professional growth, and generous benefits, including 3 weeks paid vacation, up to 500 hours of sick leave, 9 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays (bonus days). Eligible for health care (single and family) the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. Must work a minimum of 20 hours per week to be eligible for benefits and leave accruals. 403(b) retirement plan with employer match available. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position.Cornerstone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.Military veterans strongly encouraged to apply