Peer Specialist Certified ACT/ACT TAY

Company: Compass Health Network
Location: Saint Charles
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSEPeer Specialists ignite the spark of hope that recovery is possible while promoting skills for coping with and managing symptoms and encouraging the use of natural supports and enhancement of community living skills.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - JOB SPECIFIC--- Sharing lived experiences of recovery, sharing and supporting the use of recovery tools and modeling successful recovery behaviors--- Helping individuals recognize their capacity for resilience--- Helping individuals to connect with other consumers and with their community at large--- Helping individuals who have mental illnesses and substance use disorders develop a network for information and support--- Assisting individuals to make independent choices and to take a proactive role in their treatment--- Assisting individuals with identifying strengths and personal resources to aid in their recovery and helping individuals set and achieve recovery goals--- Participates as a member of the treatment team, giving input on client Wellness Plans and treatment team decisions--- Other duties as assignedESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/CORE COMPETENCIES - COMPANY WIDE--- Regularly attends work except for approved absences--- Attends all training as required--- Maintain professional, "champion" behavior--- Provides quality customer service--- Provides services with a commitment to service excellence--- Works in a way that exhibits a commitment to personal excellence--- Team oriented and values diversityWORKING CONDITIONS & EXPOSURE RISKOperating vehicles or machineryJob Requirements:QUALIFICATION(S): EDUCATIONHigh School/GED requiredQUALIFICATION(S): WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS--- Must self-identify as a current or former consumer of behavioral health, substance use, or co-occurringdisorder services--- Must be able to pass a background check or request an exception to the findings--- Must complete a state-approved training program, pass a standardized examination, complete certificationprocess within 60 days of hire date, and must maintain ongoing certification as a Certified Peer Specialistthrough the MCB (MO).--- A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage requiredQUALIFICATION(S): LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONCertified Peer SpecialistCompass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.

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