Rutgers University
Peer Support Specialist II (Part-Time)- NJ Hopeline (Multiple Vacancies)
Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States
Overview
Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. Posting Summary: Rutgers The State University is seeking a Peer Support Specialist II within the 988 Lifeline Services of Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare. The Peer Support Specialist provides engagement, support, and assessment for callers that meet quality and quantity standards. Receives telephone, chat and/or text requests for service, undertakes assessment of the service need of the client, and responds by offering peer support and appropriate referrals or disposition. Demonstrates competency in recognizing the unique needs of clients and applying relevant assessment and support skills with regard to a wide range of issues. Responsibilities
Interacts with client in a therapeutic manner. Uses personal recovery experience to establish rapport and relationship with the client. Models for callers good communication skills, recovery-oriented living skills, effective coping skills, and self-help strategies as observed by supervisor and feedback from clients and team members. Assist clients in identifying personal recovery goals, setting objectives for each goal, and determining interventions based on the client\'s recovery/life goals. Develops and maintains a relationship with clients to identify emotional, psychiatric or behavioral changes requiring further intervention or treatment; helps the client address the problem or refers to appropriate clinical staff as needed. Advocates for appropriate resources for clients based on assessed needs as measured by supervisory observation. Minimum Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent. Four (4) years of full-time experience in the mental health care field. Be a self-identified current or former user of mental health or co-occurring services with personal experience of recovery and at least one (1) year of experience supporting others. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge about psychosocial rehabilitation and the recovery model is essential. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Willingness to learn and teach. Ability to use a computer to record services or willingness to learn. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor\'s Degree in a social or mental health setting preferred. Peer training certification preferred. Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs Note:
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview Position Details
Posting Number: 24ST1813 Posting Open Date: N/A Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus: Piscataway (RBHS) City: Remote State: NJ Location Details: Remote Pre-employment and Policies
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements: Immunization policy may apply. Vaccination proof or exemption may be required. Failure to comply may result in rescission of offer or termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity
Rutgers University is an equal opportunity employer. See the Non-Discrimination Statement for details: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. Posting Summary: Rutgers The State University is seeking a Peer Support Specialist II within the 988 Lifeline Services of Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare. The Peer Support Specialist provides engagement, support, and assessment for callers that meet quality and quantity standards. Receives telephone, chat and/or text requests for service, undertakes assessment of the service need of the client, and responds by offering peer support and appropriate referrals or disposition. Demonstrates competency in recognizing the unique needs of clients and applying relevant assessment and support skills with regard to a wide range of issues. Responsibilities
Interacts with client in a therapeutic manner. Uses personal recovery experience to establish rapport and relationship with the client. Models for callers good communication skills, recovery-oriented living skills, effective coping skills, and self-help strategies as observed by supervisor and feedback from clients and team members. Assist clients in identifying personal recovery goals, setting objectives for each goal, and determining interventions based on the client\'s recovery/life goals. Develops and maintains a relationship with clients to identify emotional, psychiatric or behavioral changes requiring further intervention or treatment; helps the client address the problem or refers to appropriate clinical staff as needed. Advocates for appropriate resources for clients based on assessed needs as measured by supervisory observation. Minimum Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent. Four (4) years of full-time experience in the mental health care field. Be a self-identified current or former user of mental health or co-occurring services with personal experience of recovery and at least one (1) year of experience supporting others. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge about psychosocial rehabilitation and the recovery model is essential. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Willingness to learn and teach. Ability to use a computer to record services or willingness to learn. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor\'s Degree in a social or mental health setting preferred. Peer training certification preferred. Benefits
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs Note:
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview Position Details
Posting Number: 24ST1813 Posting Open Date: N/A Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus: Piscataway (RBHS) City: Remote State: NJ Location Details: Remote Pre-employment and Policies
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements: Immunization policy may apply. Vaccination proof or exemption may be required. Failure to comply may result in rescission of offer or termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity
Rutgers University is an equal opportunity employer. See the Non-Discrimination Statement for details: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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