What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Recovery Specialist position at Advantage Behavioral Health?
Job Purpose Summary:
- Responsible for monitoring the safety, security, sobriety and transportation of Victory Bay’s clients, who are in various levels of treatment for substance abuse.
Responsibilities Include:
- Monitor and direct the daily schedule of clients; including performing tasks and staying on schedule to attend all treatment and activities. Organization and punctuality are key.
- Transport clients to treatment facility, and back to residence in Victory Bay transport vehicle. Comply with driving guidelines and GPS monitoring system.
- Monitor the condition and behavior of all clients for intoxication/drug use.
- Administer Urine Analysis and breathalyzer on scheduled days of the week and communicate to medical the results via email.
- Promptly relieving previous Peer Recovery Specialist and completing shift change report.
- Conduct searches of clients at intake and assist in completing intake paperwork.
- Always maintain and control company keys.
- Monitor clients and direct into group sessions or appointments when needed.
- Make concerted effort to build relationships with each client, and model healthy communication as part of program of Recovery.
- Complete transportation notes in KIPU daily.
- Complete client notes in KIPU weekly.
- Manage and defuse conflict between clients impartially and respectfully. Effectively remind clients of rules and consequences of breach. Enforce punitive measures when necessary.
- Maintain a collegial but professional demeanor, reflective of healthy sobriety, and appropriate boundaries with each client.
- Adhering to scheduled client transports and arrive to the facility in a timely manner.
- Report to and communicate with Direct Supervisor.
- Assist with facility maintenance.
Core Competencies:
- Communication
- Customer Service Oriented
- Dependable & Accountable
- Innovative
- Integrity
- Quality (accuracy)
- Safety Oriented
- Self-Development
- Team Player
Job Type: Full-time
Required education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred experience:
- 1-4 years’ experience working in a Drug & Alcohol Treatment Facility.
Proper Knowledge and Skills: N/A
Physical requirements:
- Must be able to lift 20-50 lbs.
- Occasional to frequent walking, sitting, standing, driving
Environmental Factors:
- Communicable diseases
- Hot/cold temperatures
- Environmental conditions may vary
Required licenses or certifications:
Can obtain through Victory Bay after hiring if not obtained prior.
- Current CPR Certification
- Narcan training
- Peer Recovery Specialist Certification
- Crisis Prevention Institute Certification (Within first 90 days of employment)