Peer Support Specialist

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Maryland

On-site

USD 23,000 - 28,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare in Harford County, Maryland, operates the Joppa Inpatient program, offering treatment pathways for men and women dealing with substance use disorders, including methamphetamine and other stimulant use, co-occurring disorders, and a methadone maintenance program.

The Peer Support Specialist plays a crucial role in assisting individuals in developing and solidifying long-term recovery supports, providing services before, during, and after their engagement in the treatment

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build rapport and support individuals in recovery.
Understanding of recovery principles and behavioral health services.
Ability to problem-solve and respond appropriately to client needs.
Ability to manage crisis or high-risk situations effectively.
Knowledge of confidentiality standards and regulatory requirements.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Provide peer support services using lived experience to enhance client recovery and engagement.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment team members and community partners to support client care and recovery planning.
Assist clients in establishing connections with community resources and ongoing support systems.
Maintain regular contact with referral sources as directed.
Prepare and complete concurrent reviews and communications with referral sources, as assigned and applicable.
Document all client and collateral contacts in the medical record timely and accurately.
Participate in peer record review processes and quality assurance activities.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with staff across all disciplines.
Keep supervisors informed of client progress, concerns, and service needs.
Provide transportation for clients to access community-based resources and services as needed.
Participate in emergency service coverage as assigned, including after-hours support, crisis planning, hospital diversion, and commitment procedures.
Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality regarding all company information.
Complete all required training as designated by the company and licensing/accreditation entities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Recovery principles

Crisis management

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Organization

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Job Title: Peer Support Specialist

Location: Harford Facility

Address: 1015 Pulaski Hwy, Joppa, MD

WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, first shift with some weekends included.

JOB SUMMARY:

Located in Harford County, Maryland, our Joppa Inpatient program offers treatment pathways for both men and women dealing with substance use disorders, including methamphetamine and other stimulant use, co-occurring disorders, and a methadone maintenance program. The Peer Support Specialist plays a crucial role in assisting individuals in developing and solidifying long-term recovery supports, providing services before, during, and after their engagement in the treatment continuum. Under a passionate leadership team, Pyramid Healthcare in Harford provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare in supportive environments that empower clients to overcome life’s challenges and reclaim their health and well-being.

PAY RATE:

$17/hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide peer support services using lived experience to enhance client recovery and engagement.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment team members and community partners to support client care and recovery planning.
Assist clients in establishing connections with community resources and ongoing support systems.
Maintain regular contact with referral sources as directed.
Prepare and complete concurrent reviews and communications with referral sources, as assigned and applicable.
Document all client and collateral contacts in the medical record timely and accurately.
Participate in peer record review processes and quality assurance activities.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with staff across all disciplines.
Keep supervisors informed of client progress, concerns, and service needs.
Provide transportation for clients to access community-based resources and services as needed.
Participate in emergency service coverage as assigned, including after-hours support, crisis planning, hospital diversion, and commitment procedures.
Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality regarding all company information.
Complete all required training as designated by the company and licensing/accreditation entities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

LICENSURE, EDUCATION, & EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build rapport and support individuals in recovery.
Understanding of recovery principles and behavioral health services.
Ability to problem-solve and respond appropriately to client needs.
Ability to manage crisis or high-risk situations effectively.
Knowledge of confidentiality standards and regulatory requirements.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Strong organizational and time management skills.

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Pyramid CORE Values:

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

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