Description

　　$1000 sign on bonus; $500 at sign on, $250 after 6 months, $250 after 12 months

　　Under the assigned supervisor, the Peer Engagement Specialist works as a team member to support the Crisis Care service team and individuals in community in crisis. Team consists of Supervisors, Crisis Director, therapists, case managers, MHP, QMHP, and individual in crisis. The Peer Engagement specialist will provide crisis response services, engage, advocate, support, and maintain a direct working relationship with individuals and families during crisis times, including follow up and community linkage for crisis stability.

　　Job Duties Include:

　　Provides crisis response during on call rotation within required response timeframe

　　Response to crisis will occur in person, phone, in office, or video per approved service delivery by program and or supervisor

　　Must be able and willing to work outside of regular office hours, weekends and holidays as needed

　　Requires demonstrated ability to work constructively with clients, other providers and the community

　　Requires knowledge of community resources for referral purposes-

　　Requires understanding and ability to put into practice the Mental Health Code and Confidentiality Act.

　　Requires understanding and ability to put into practice applicable agency policies and procedures

　　Must be able to engage and work effectively with individuals involved in mental health crisis, substance abuse crisis, or other identified community crisis

　　Works cooperatively with other agencies, community partners (local law enforcement, hospitals, schools, etc). Must be able to interact professionally with court personnel, therapists, medical personnel, law enforcement and all other professionals that may be encountered.

　　Works jointly with other disciplines to arrange services beyond scope of practice for peer engagement specialist

　　Completes all necessary paperwork within 48 hours

　　Completes concurrent documentation at time of service with clients;

　　Provides client information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines, to other agencies or healthcare providers to coordinate services to identified clients

　　Adhere to mandated reported act

　　Must be able to observe and submit accurate written documentation regarding any interaction providing service

　　Must be responsible, organized, personable and be able to work independently.

　　Must have basic computer skills

　　Must have effective communication skills

　　Must be able to identify and communicate any concerns to the appropriate supervisor

　　Must be able to participate in other meetings and staffing as appropriate and requested

　　Must be able and willing to transport individuals (adults and children) while following program safety guidelines

　　Must be reliable and flexible to the program needs.

　　Must be able and willing to attend and successfully complete any required and/or requested One Hope United or DHS/DMH (funding) trainings

　　Must have reliable transportation and be able and willing to drive daily for work related purposes

　　Must have a general working knowledge of and respect for diverse cultural norms

　　Testifies in court when subpoenaed or as directed by the Supervisor

　　Teaches and provides resources to link individuals to community resources, (e.g. medical counseling, applying for housing, energy assistance, WIC, food stamps, substance abuse providers, etc.) as needed

　　Performs other related duties as assigned

　　Qualifications

　　Education

　　High school diploma / GED

　　Experience

　　Peer engagement/home visiting experience desired

　　Funder-required lived experience as a consumer of mental health or substance abuse service

　　Funder-preferred 3 yrs post-lived experience

　　Other

　　· Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record with OHU required levels of coverage for auto insurance

　　Community resource experience preferred Required Skills

　　Basic computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment

　　Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

　　Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

　　Ability to write routine reports and verbally communicate in a clear manner

　　Ability to speak effectively before groups or individuals

　　Ability to exercise discretion and ensure confidential

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　　Qualifications

　　Education

　　Required

　　High School Diploma or better