The Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) will follow best practices to provide behavioral health services that foster supportive peer relationships with and among the persons enrolled in behavioral health services and other related programs. The PRS by definition is a person in recovery who will utilize her/his personal recovery experience to instill a sense of hope and optimism for persons in recovery. The PRS will demonstrate a personal belief in recovery and a sincere interest in the welfare of per... more details
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JOB SUMMARY:
The Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) will follow best practices to provide behavioral health services that foster supportive peer relationships with and among the persons enrolled in behavioral health services and other related programs. The PRS by definition is a person in recovery who will utilize her/his personal recovery experience to instill a sense of hope and optimism for persons in recovery. The PRS will demonstrate a personal belief in recovery and a sincere interest in the welfare of persons in recovery. The PRS will demonstrate the ability to engage and serve the consumers enrolled, contribute to the overall success of the consumer’s recovery process and carry out duties with flexibility and an individual focus. The PRS will promote and contribute to the development of a culture of recovery and empowerment within and outside of the agency and will uphold the integrity of program goals. In addition the PRS will complete detailed and accurate encounter notes and other reports to document program measures including but not limited to Monthly Programmatic Report to BHS Baltimore. The PRS will conduct peer support groups to assist persons enrolled in behavioral health services to realize their personal goals in treatment, employment, education and all other life changing opportunities. The PRS will report directly to the Clinical Supervisor on all matters pertinent to the successful obtainment of program goals and standards.
REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have completed the state approved CCAR/WRAP training and be a Certified Peer Recovery Specialists.
A self-identified current or former user of mental health or co-occurring services who can relate to others who are now using these services.
Demonstrate an understanding of Recovery Supportive Services.
Have a High School diploma or GED.
Has maintained sobriety/recovery for a period of no less than 2 years.
A commitment to recovery, choice, empowerment, and the ability of people with serious mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders to find meaningful lives in the community.
Ability to establish a trusting relationship with peers, including excellent interpersonal skills.
Detail oriented with good writing and organizational abilities.
Ability to network within the community and work with diverse populations.
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Additional Information
As one of the largest health care providers in Maryland, with 13,000 team members, We strive toCARE BRAVELYfor over 1 million patients annually. LifeBridge Health includes Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital and Grace Medical Center, as well as our Community Physician Enterprise, Center for Hope, Practice Dynamics, and business partners: LifeBridge Health & Fitness, ExpressCare and HomeCare of Maryland.
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