Park DuValle Community Health Center
Peer Support Specialist
Park DuValle Community Health Center, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
Peer Support Specialist
Join our dedicated team at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) as a Peer Support Specialist, where your lived experience and professional skills will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We are seeking a compassionate, motivated individual with experience in billing submission to support our community's health and well-being. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a supportive environment focused on holistic care and recovery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide peer support to patients, fostering a trusting and empathetic environment to promote recovery and wellness.
- Assist patients in navigating healthcare services, including mental health, substance use, and primary care.
- Support patients in understanding and managing their treatment plans.
- Collaborate with clinical staff to coordinate care and ensure patient needs are met.
- Manage billing submissions related to peer support services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with billing policies.
- Document patient interactions and support activities in accordance with organizational standards.
- Participate in team meetings and ongoing training to stay current on best practices and billing procedures.
Our organization values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to creating a supportive environment for both staff and patients. We offer opportunities for professional growth, ongoing training, and a rewarding work environment dedicated to community health and recovery.
Requirements
Skills and Qualifications:
- Lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery, preferred.
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Previous experience in billing submission and familiarity with healthcare billing processes .
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Knowledge of healthcare systems, insurance, and billing procedures.
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to support and care.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in peer support is a plus.
Join our dedicated team at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) as a Peer Support Specialist, where your lived experience and professional skills will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We are seeking a compassionate, motivated individual with experience in billing submission to support our community's health and well-being. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a supportive environment focused on holistic care and recovery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide peer support to patients, fostering a trusting and empathetic environment to promote recovery and wellness.
- Assist patients in navigating healthcare services, including mental health, substance use, and primary care.
- Support patients in understanding and managing their treatment plans.
- Collaborate with clinical staff to coordinate care and ensure patient needs are met.
- Manage billing submissions related to peer support services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with billing policies.
- Document patient interactions and support activities in accordance with organizational standards.
- Participate in team meetings and ongoing training to stay current on best practices and billing procedures.
Our organization values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to creating a supportive environment for both staff and patients. We offer opportunities for professional growth, ongoing training, and a rewarding work environment dedicated to community health and recovery.
Requirements
Skills and Qualifications:
- Lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery, preferred.
-
Previous experience in billing submission and familiarity with healthcare billing processes .
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Knowledge of healthcare systems, insurance, and billing procedures.
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to support and care.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in peer support is a plus.