Recovery-Focused Peer Specialist for AOT Program

Carastar Health; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 25,154; Full time

Job summary

Carastar Health in Montgomery, Alabama is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist for their AOT program. The role involves sharing personal recovery experiences to support individuals dealing with serious mental illness. Candidates need to hold a high school diploma, have lived experience with mental illness, and be certified as a Peer Specialist within 90 days of hire.

This position focuses on promoting self-advocacy, developing recovery plans, and engaging individuals in community services to foster recovery and hope.

Qualifications

• Certification through Department of Mental Health as a Certified Peer Specialist.
• Must have a High School Diploma, or GED/Equivalent.
• Must complete and pass ADMH Certified Peer Specialist training within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Share your personal story to assist consumers in their recovery journey.
• Promote self-determination, recovery, self-advocacy, and self-direction.
• Assist the individual in learning how to ask for appropriate services in the community.
• Provide education to other team providers to increase their understanding of self-advocacy.

Job description

Carastar Health in Montgomery, Alabama is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist for their AOT program. The role involves sharing personal recovery experiences to support individuals dealing with serious mental illness. Candidates need to hold a high school diploma, have lived experience with mental illness, and be certified as a Peer Specialist within 90 days of hire.

This position focuses on promoting self-advocacy, developing recovery plans, and engaging individuals in community services to foster recovery and hope.