Recovery Innovations
Overview
Change Lives With Recovery Innovations!
Our
Mission
is to empower people on their journey to recovery, helping them achieve their goals, rediscover meaning and purpose in life, and reconnect with themselves and their communities. Our
Vision
is to revolutionize healthcare by pioneering innovative solutions that go beyond behavioral health, empowering people to thrive in the communities where they live, work, and play. Join a groundbreaking team at the forefront of
Peer-Powered Support , empowering individuals on their journey through mental health and substance use challenges. Be part of something bigger—together, we can change lives and create lasting hope! Position:
Peer Support Specialist II Job Type:
PRN / Non-Exempt Shift Details:
7:00am - 7:30pm or 7:00pm - 7:30am (required to work two 12-hour shifts per month). Availability to attend court hearings when listed as a witness on a petition. Work Setting:
Crisis - Recovery Response Center; Peoria, AZ Salary/Hourly Wage:
$17.50 - $19.50/hour Specialties / Licenses or Certifications: Successful completion of Peer Employment Training and certification as a Peer Support Specialist is required. Summary of Job:
The Peer Support Specialist II provides support and recovery training to individuals receiving services, assists in implementing/creating a recovery environment, and advocates for the needs and rights of individuals. The role includes assisting participants with resume building, job searching, and recovery planning. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Guest Care & Advocacy:
Provides coaching and mentoring to peer support staff through role modeling and guidance; models techniques and practices of peer support and self-help. Acts as a mentor for new team members; facilitates training opportunities for professional development. Provides support for participant wellness, groups, and other activities that strengthen recovery. Ensures all program elements and expectations are being met. Provides peer support to engage participants in a recovery partnership and assists in identifying participant's hopes and dreams and the solutions they are seeking. Teaches recovery and life skills using recovery tools. Models hope, personal responsibility and self-advocacy to demonstrate how recovery goals can be respectfully met and how a belief in self is maintained. Cultivates connectedness in the person's life (self, others, the environment, and meaning and purpose).
Compliance & Risk Management:
Completes clinical notes as required. Responsible for facilitating, documentation, transfers and transition of guest care. Keeps abreast of all federal and state regulations and Recovery Innovations policies and procedures. Understands and adheres to Recovery Innovations compliance standards as described in Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policies.
Cross Functional Collaboration:
Assists with initial introductions to clinical team; serves as point of contact for participants. Coordinates with the individual\'s clinical team and other supports to arrange services or resources to help the individual achieve their goals. Coordinates transportation to external resources and facilitates community integration. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with team members.
Additional Duties:
Creating peer-level curriculum and facilitating group activities. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Outpatient Programs:
Aids participants with resume building, job searching and recovery planning. Provides recovery support services in partnership with team members in the community. Assists individuals in maintaining healthy living within the community.
Your well-being and success are our priority at RI —explore our benefits and discover how we invest in YOU every step of the way. We are committed to supporting our teams through a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive health, dental, and vision insurance; access to mental health resources and wellness programs; a strong retirement plan with company matching; and generous paid time off to support work-life balance. We provide ongoing opportunities for professional development and training to help you advance in your career. We value the contributions of our team members and are dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Job Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Education/Licenses:
Successful completion of Peer Employment Training thus obtaining Certification as a Peer Support Specialist required. High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
Lived experience requiring mental health and/or substance use services. Two (2) years of full-time behavioral health experience. Additional training in peer-related topics required. Experience in community navigation, resume writing, curriculum development, and family peer support.
Skills:
Basic computer skills. Ability to teach/train recovery information and recovery tools. Effective communication skills. Must be able to pass de-escalation training, as defined by state requirements.
Driving Requirements:
If driving is required for this position, must meet all requirements outlined in Recovery Innovations driving policy. If not qualified to drive per driving policy, a Non-Driver Attestation form must be signed.
Outpatient Programs:
Experience in community navigation, resume writing, and family peer support.
Miscellaneous Requirement(s):
Applicants must be at least 18 years old unless residing in a state with a different minimum age requirement. Travel required based on business need. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality (HIPAA guidelines) and professionalism. We are a Second-Chance Employer
Must be able to pass a seven-year background check. Must be able to pass substance abuse testing and/or tuberculous testing (if applicable). Must be able to pass education verification check. Must be able to obtain designated fingerprinting clearance in applicable states. Must be able to pass three-year motor vehicle report and meet minimum eligibility requirements of insurance carrier (if driving is required).
A Direct Service Competency Checklist must be completed as part of the new hire onboarding process. Physical Demands : May include work close to the eyes and substantial motions of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, handling, finger dexterity; eye-hand-foot coordination, use of corrected vision; color vision; use of auditory senses. May be required to lift up to twenty (20) pounds. Work Environment
May work in an office environment or behavioral health facility. May have contact with individuals who are agitated and/or confused. Addendum - Arizona Education
Licensure
Certification
Misc. Requirement Must be 21 years or older. Required to attend court hearings when listed as a witness on a petition. Addendum - California Education Licensure Certification Must obtain Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification (CMPSS) within thirty (30) days of hire. Addendum - Louisiana Education
Licensure
Certification
Misc. Requirement
Must be 24 years or older. Addendum - North Carolina - Peer Navigator Education
Licensing
Proof of valid and unrestricted Driver\'s License
Certification
Misc. Requirement
Proof of up-to-date vaccination records; must also include childhood vaccinations. If records are not accessible, provide proof prior to hire. Must be able to clear the authorized driving component and provide proof of personal auto insurance with minimum coverage. Must be able to meet driving requirements. Addendum - Washington Education
Licensure
Certification
Additional state registration for Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC)
Misc. Requirement Recovery Innovations is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are a second-chance employer and evaluate all qualified applicants fairly in accordance with legal and funder requirements. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via the Accommodation request form. Benefits/perks may vary depending on employment type. The wage range for this role is the stated range and may be adjusted for geographic differences. Pay Range: $17.50 - $19.50 per hour. Create a job alert for this search
Peer Support Specialist • Peoria, AZ, United States
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Change Lives With Recovery Innovations!
Our
Mission
is to empower people on their journey to recovery, helping them achieve their goals, rediscover meaning and purpose in life, and reconnect with themselves and their communities. Our
Vision
is to revolutionize healthcare by pioneering innovative solutions that go beyond behavioral health, empowering people to thrive in the communities where they live, work, and play. Join a groundbreaking team at the forefront of
Peer-Powered Support , empowering individuals on their journey through mental health and substance use challenges. Be part of something bigger—together, we can change lives and create lasting hope! Position:
Peer Support Specialist II Job Type:
PRN / Non-Exempt Shift Details:
7:00am - 7:30pm or 7:00pm - 7:30am (required to work two 12-hour shifts per month). Availability to attend court hearings when listed as a witness on a petition. Work Setting:
Crisis - Recovery Response Center; Peoria, AZ Salary/Hourly Wage:
$17.50 - $19.50/hour Specialties / Licenses or Certifications: Successful completion of Peer Employment Training and certification as a Peer Support Specialist is required. Summary of Job:
The Peer Support Specialist II provides support and recovery training to individuals receiving services, assists in implementing/creating a recovery environment, and advocates for the needs and rights of individuals. The role includes assisting participants with resume building, job searching, and recovery planning. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Guest Care & Advocacy:
Provides coaching and mentoring to peer support staff through role modeling and guidance; models techniques and practices of peer support and self-help. Acts as a mentor for new team members; facilitates training opportunities for professional development. Provides support for participant wellness, groups, and other activities that strengthen recovery. Ensures all program elements and expectations are being met. Provides peer support to engage participants in a recovery partnership and assists in identifying participant's hopes and dreams and the solutions they are seeking. Teaches recovery and life skills using recovery tools. Models hope, personal responsibility and self-advocacy to demonstrate how recovery goals can be respectfully met and how a belief in self is maintained. Cultivates connectedness in the person's life (self, others, the environment, and meaning and purpose).
Compliance & Risk Management:
Completes clinical notes as required. Responsible for facilitating, documentation, transfers and transition of guest care. Keeps abreast of all federal and state regulations and Recovery Innovations policies and procedures. Understands and adheres to Recovery Innovations compliance standards as described in Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policies.
Cross Functional Collaboration:
Assists with initial introductions to clinical team; serves as point of contact for participants. Coordinates with the individual\'s clinical team and other supports to arrange services or resources to help the individual achieve their goals. Coordinates transportation to external resources and facilitates community integration. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with team members.
Additional Duties:
Creating peer-level curriculum and facilitating group activities. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Outpatient Programs:
Aids participants with resume building, job searching and recovery planning. Provides recovery support services in partnership with team members in the community. Assists individuals in maintaining healthy living within the community.
Your well-being and success are our priority at RI —explore our benefits and discover how we invest in YOU every step of the way. We are committed to supporting our teams through a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive health, dental, and vision insurance; access to mental health resources and wellness programs; a strong retirement plan with company matching; and generous paid time off to support work-life balance. We provide ongoing opportunities for professional development and training to help you advance in your career. We value the contributions of our team members and are dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Job Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Education/Licenses:
Successful completion of Peer Employment Training thus obtaining Certification as a Peer Support Specialist required. High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
Lived experience requiring mental health and/or substance use services. Two (2) years of full-time behavioral health experience. Additional training in peer-related topics required. Experience in community navigation, resume writing, curriculum development, and family peer support.
Skills:
Basic computer skills. Ability to teach/train recovery information and recovery tools. Effective communication skills. Must be able to pass de-escalation training, as defined by state requirements.
Driving Requirements:
If driving is required for this position, must meet all requirements outlined in Recovery Innovations driving policy. If not qualified to drive per driving policy, a Non-Driver Attestation form must be signed.
Outpatient Programs:
Experience in community navigation, resume writing, and family peer support.
Miscellaneous Requirement(s):
Applicants must be at least 18 years old unless residing in a state with a different minimum age requirement. Travel required based on business need. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality (HIPAA guidelines) and professionalism. We are a Second-Chance Employer
Must be able to pass a seven-year background check. Must be able to pass substance abuse testing and/or tuberculous testing (if applicable). Must be able to pass education verification check. Must be able to obtain designated fingerprinting clearance in applicable states. Must be able to pass three-year motor vehicle report and meet minimum eligibility requirements of insurance carrier (if driving is required).
A Direct Service Competency Checklist must be completed as part of the new hire onboarding process. Physical Demands : May include work close to the eyes and substantial motions of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, handling, finger dexterity; eye-hand-foot coordination, use of corrected vision; color vision; use of auditory senses. May be required to lift up to twenty (20) pounds. Work Environment
May work in an office environment or behavioral health facility. May have contact with individuals who are agitated and/or confused. Addendum - Arizona Education
Licensure
Certification
Misc. Requirement Must be 21 years or older. Required to attend court hearings when listed as a witness on a petition. Addendum - California Education Licensure Certification Must obtain Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification (CMPSS) within thirty (30) days of hire. Addendum - Louisiana Education
Licensure
Certification
Misc. Requirement
Must be 24 years or older. Addendum - North Carolina - Peer Navigator Education
Licensing
Proof of valid and unrestricted Driver\'s License
Certification
Misc. Requirement
Proof of up-to-date vaccination records; must also include childhood vaccinations. If records are not accessible, provide proof prior to hire. Must be able to clear the authorized driving component and provide proof of personal auto insurance with minimum coverage. Must be able to meet driving requirements. Addendum - Washington Education
Licensure
Certification
Additional state registration for Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC)
Misc. Requirement Recovery Innovations is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are a second-chance employer and evaluate all qualified applicants fairly in accordance with legal and funder requirements. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via the Accommodation request form. Benefits/perks may vary depending on employment type. The wage range for this role is the stated range and may be adjusted for geographic differences. Pay Range: $17.50 - $19.50 per hour. Create a job alert for this search
Peer Support Specialist • Peoria, AZ, United States
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