Peer Support Specialist

Overview

Provide peer support, guidance, and resource assistance to individuals in substance abuse treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• client outreach
• case management
• group facilitation
• documentation
• training
• crisis follow-up

Tasks

-Interface with family members, or other involved parties for the purpose of maintaining or enhancing a person’s functioning and recovery -May provide direct assistance in the form of transportation, filling out forms or making phone calls, or accompanying clients to appointments -Assist with direct care, Sober Socials, AA meetings, and co-leading group treatment -Provide peer support services for individuals in treatment -Support and actively engage in practices of inclusion through Cultural and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) Standards -Assist in finding any necessary services to meet basic needs -Meet with clients on a regular basis to discuss barriers and issues related to receiving full utilization of the service systems available -Participate in staffing, treatment planning and case conferences -Attend in-person or virtual training to enhance effectiveness of role as assigned by supervisor -Outreach and follow-up of crisis contacts and missed appointments -Organize and participate in activities that support or enhance client sobriety -Documentation of services

Requirements

• high school
• fingerprint
• peer certification
• driver's license
• customer service
• data entry

What You Bring

-Able to sit, stand walk with/ without accommodations. -Excellent customer service skills -Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, teams, managers, supervisors, and vendors -Data entry skills -Communication Skills -Lived experience in substance use or mental health recovery -Must be able to work well with others in a team approach -Must demonstrate critical thinking, problem- solving and organizational and time management skills -Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card required -Knowledge of the Job -Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills -High School Diploma or GED required -Peer Certification Training required -Possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license -Cultural Competence/Mission -Experience in working with the Native American population preferred

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About Native American Connections

-Founded with a mission to improve the quality of life for Native American communities. -Provides comprehensive services including behavioral health, housing, and employment support. -Operates multiple programs focused on wellness, family care, and cultural empowerment. -Partners with tribes, local governments, and other non-profits to expand service reach. -Offers innovative housing solutions to address the unique needs of Native American populations. -Regularly participates in cultural events and advocacy for Native American rights and issues.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-level i fingerprint clearance card required