Recovery & Wellness Peer Support Specialist

University of New Mexico - Hospitals; Placitas (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

University of New Mexico - Hospitals seeks a Behavioral Health Support Specialist to coordinate services promoting recovery and resiliency. You will identify strengths, address barriers, and support families facing crises with personalized interventions.

The role involves collaboration with medical teams and adherence to safety and policy standards. Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, coordinating care plans, and assisting in securing community resources and benefits.

Qualifications

• Essential: High School or GED; experience in behavioral health or related field preferred.
• 1 year directly related experience preferred.
• Bilingual ability with English and another language (Navajo or related) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide services and resources to promote rehabilitation, recovery and resiliency.
• Identify strengths and barriers to support independence in the community.
• Support individuals and families in crisis and provide personalized interventions.
• Adhere to hospital policies and maintain client confidentiality.
• Follow safety policies and report potential safety concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet treatment goals.

Skills

Bilingual English/Native language

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

Job description

University of New Mexico - Hospitals seeks a Behavioral Health Support Specialist to coordinate services promoting recovery and resiliency. You will identify strengths, address barriers, and support families facing crises with personalized interventions.

The role involves collaboration with medical teams and adherence to safety and policy standards. Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, coordinating care plans, and assisting in securing community resources and benefits.