The Office of Addiction Services and Supports
Peer Specialist (OASAS) - HOURLY (Richard C Ward ATC)
The Office of Addiction Services and Supports, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
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The Office of Addiction Services and Supports . Duties
Serves as a role model and provides advocacy and support services to individuals. Assists individuals in identifying, developing, and practicing personalized coping and crisis management skills to deal with their psychiatric symptoms. Interacts with individuals as a peer and shares common experiences; assists individuals in identifying areas in which they need support. Organizes and facilitates self-help groups and activities; teaches self-help techniques and group process skills; facilitates the establishment of peer, natural, and social support networks. Helps individuals carry out tasks defined in their treatment plans, and actively participate in their treatment planning process. Instructs and assists individuals in identifying or clarifying rehabilitation and recovery goals, and in developing daily living, educational, social, vocational, and other skills for empowerment and successful community living. Assists individuals in understanding and obtaining access to available community resources and benefits; provides information and links individuals to essential supports, such as legal, housing, education, medical, and financial services. Advocates for the needs of individuals; provides education and training on their perspectives to other mental health and human service providers. Serves as coordinator of alumni program. Transports patients as needed. Other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Current certification as a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or CRPA-Provisional by the New York Certification Board; and four or more hours of medication assisted treatment training. Note: Candidate(s) must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Failure to maintain Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment. Additional Information
The mission of the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) is to provide, support, and oversee a data-driven continuum of addiction services delivered with equity, dignity, compassion, and respect. OASAS and the Division of Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) are committed to establishing environments of safety and non-violence in keeping with the trauma informed Sanctuary Model. The standards and duties for each are to be performed in support of Sanctuary Model commitments to non-violence, emotional intelligence, democracy, open communication, social responsibility, social learning, and growth & change. OASAS Addiction Treatment Centers are Tobacco Free Facilities. Background Investigation Requirements Prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) and may be required to complete a Criminal Background Check and other screenings as applicable. Fingerprinting may be required and associated fees may apply. Prospective employees may be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Additional details will be provided during the hiring process. The New York State OASAS is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We encourage people with disabilities to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Accessibility@oasas.ny.gov. Other information
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time
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Peer Specialist (OASAS) - HOURLY (Richard C Ward ATC) Join to apply for the Peer Specialist (OASAS) - HOURLY (Richard C Ward ATC) role at
The Office of Addiction Services and Supports . Duties
Serves as a role model and provides advocacy and support services to individuals. Assists individuals in identifying, developing, and practicing personalized coping and crisis management skills to deal with their psychiatric symptoms. Interacts with individuals as a peer and shares common experiences; assists individuals in identifying areas in which they need support. Organizes and facilitates self-help groups and activities; teaches self-help techniques and group process skills; facilitates the establishment of peer, natural, and social support networks. Helps individuals carry out tasks defined in their treatment plans, and actively participate in their treatment planning process. Instructs and assists individuals in identifying or clarifying rehabilitation and recovery goals, and in developing daily living, educational, social, vocational, and other skills for empowerment and successful community living. Assists individuals in understanding and obtaining access to available community resources and benefits; provides information and links individuals to essential supports, such as legal, housing, education, medical, and financial services. Advocates for the needs of individuals; provides education and training on their perspectives to other mental health and human service providers. Serves as coordinator of alumni program. Transports patients as needed. Other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Current certification as a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or CRPA-Provisional by the New York Certification Board; and four or more hours of medication assisted treatment training. Note: Candidate(s) must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs. Failure to maintain Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment. Additional Information
The mission of the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) is to provide, support, and oversee a data-driven continuum of addiction services delivered with equity, dignity, compassion, and respect. OASAS and the Division of Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) are committed to establishing environments of safety and non-violence in keeping with the trauma informed Sanctuary Model. The standards and duties for each are to be performed in support of Sanctuary Model commitments to non-violence, emotional intelligence, democracy, open communication, social responsibility, social learning, and growth & change. OASAS Addiction Treatment Centers are Tobacco Free Facilities. Background Investigation Requirements Prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) and may be required to complete a Criminal Background Check and other screenings as applicable. Fingerprinting may be required and associated fees may apply. Prospective employees may be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Additional details will be provided during the hiring process. The New York State OASAS is an equal opportunity employer and provides opportunity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We encourage people with disabilities to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Accessibility@oasas.ny.gov. Other information
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time
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