Peer Specialist - Opioid Treatment Program

Helio Health; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 25,719; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including dental and vision

Paid Vacation and Sick leave

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with up to 5% company match

Company paid short-term disability insurance

Company sponsored life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Peer Specialist to support individuals in recovery from substance use and mental health disorders. In this vital role, you will collaborate with clients to create personalized recovery plans, provide essential non-clinical crisis support, and connect them with community resources. This position offers a full-time schedule and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave, and a generous 401(k) plan. If you have a passion for helping others and possess the empathy to guide individuals on their recovery journey, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• CRPA certification needed within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with individuals to develop recovery plans.
• Teach coping skills and provide non-clinical crisis support.
• Link patients to social and community support services.

Skills

Empathy

Crisis Support

Problem-Solving Techniques

Recovery Planning

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA)

Job description

Overview

Helio Health is on a mission to treat and promote recovery from the effects of substance use, mental health disorders, and other behavioral healthcare issues. To support the mission of Helio Health, the Peer Specialist / Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) assists individuals in recovery with regaining independence in their communities and sustaining their own recovery and improving their overall health. The Peer Specialist will work on a Full-Time basis out of Helio Health’s Opioid Treatment Program (OTP).

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 3:00pm.

In addition to Helio Health’s comprehensive benefits package, Full-Time hires for this position are eligible for a Sign-On incentive up to $1,500!

Pay: $17.00 - $18.67 per hour.

Responsibilities

• A Peer Specialist may have the following responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with individuals to develop a person-centered recovery plan.
  • Link patients to social and other support services in the community.
  • Teach individuals and family members coping skills.
  • Support the application process for benefits.
  • Provide non-clinical crisis support after periods of hospitalization or incarceration.
  • Accompany individuals to court appearances and medical appointments.
  • Engage individuals with formal recovery support services.
  • Educate individuals and family members on various modes of recovery.
• A Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) will also assist individuals in recovery by:
  • Articulating personal goals for recovery using their recovery experience.
  • Assisting individuals in recovery with creating Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) as needed, taking steps to achieve personal goals for recovery, finding self-help groups, establishing self-help groups, or finding other recovery-focused groups.
  • Using their recovery experience to refer individuals or their families to healthy leisure opportunities or community resources that may be helpful.
  • Using and teaching problem-solving techniques to individuals and groups; leading discussions on methods to overcome common problems in daily living.
  • Discussing methods on overcoming negative self-talk, identifying and overcoming fears, and identifying signs of a potential relapse.
  • Teaching and role modeling the value of the individual recovery experience.
  • Teaching and role modeling appropriate coping techniques.
  • Assisting individuals in developing empowerment skills and combating stigma through self-advocacy.
  • Reporting and record keeping.
  • Consultation with other professionals.
  • Non-Clinical crisis response.
• Recruiting or encouraging other Peer Specialists to pursue CRPA credential.
• Participate in program administrative and clinical committees as assigned.
• Represent the agency to the community; promote agency values within the community.
• Perform quality assurance activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalency required.
• Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) Certification required within six (6) months of hire and maintain CRPA certification throughout employment.
• One year of Health or Human Service experience preferred.
• An individual does not need to be in recovery themselves but must be able to confer empathy through lived experiences such as family and/or close friends (each peer specialist self-defines his or her “peer-ness”).
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License.

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package Includes:

• Health insurance including dental and vision for employees and families.
• Paid Vacation and Sick leave - No Waiting Period for accruals.
• Paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday.
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
• Company paid short-term disability insurance.
• Company sponsored life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Helio Health provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), parental status, religion, national origin, citizenship, status as a victim of domestic violence, age, military or veteran status, handicap or disability, family medical history or predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, marital status, family status, political affiliation, felony conviction record, status as a victim of a crime, or status as an employee who has complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination investigation or lawsuit, or any other categories, status or activity protected by federal, state or local law.

Salary and hourly compensation ranges are provided in accordance with NYS law and are based on Helio Health's good faith belief of what is accurate at the time of posting. Salary and hourly compensation offers are based on candidate's education level and experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager and program.