Veteran Recovery Peer Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Ann Arbor (MI); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 89.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Veterans Health Administration in Ann Arbor is seeking a Peer Specialist to join the Substance Use Disorders outpatient programs. You will use your recovery experience to coach Veterans, help them pursue wellness, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes teaching coping techniques, facilitating group and individual meetings, and connecting Veterans with supports in the health system and community. This is a full-time, on-site position with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Formación

• This position requires working within an interdisciplinary rehab team.
• Applicants should be able to model coping strategies from personal recovery experience.
• Candidates will assist Veterans in goal setting and wellness planning.

Responsabilidades

• Participate as an interdisciplinary team member in rehabilitation programs.
• Help Veterans articulate recovery goals and practice new skills.
• Monitor progress and support self-management of health conditions.
• Provide crisis interventions when necessary and document appropriately.
• Inform Veterans about VA and community supports and resources.

Conocimientos

Recovery coaching

Team collaboration

Crisis intervention

Descripción del empleo

Veterans Health Administration in Ann Arbor is seeking a Peer Specialist to join the Substance Use Disorders outpatient programs. You will use your recovery experience to coach Veterans, help them pursue wellness, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes teaching coping techniques, facilitating group and individual meetings, and connecting Veterans with supports in the health system and community. This is a full-time, on-site position with a Monday–Friday schedule.