Act Peer Specialist

THE LOWER SHORE CLINIC IS GROWING! We are building a new team and expanding our services thanks to a $4 million funding stream

ASSERTIVE COMMUNITY TREATMENT (ACT) PEER SPECIALIST

ACT Peer Specialist Position Summary:

The ACT team Peer Specialist will share the responsibility to carry out the activities designed to assure ACT mission success on and off site, in groups and one-to-one contacts, in formal as well as informal situations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Take part in all agency training programs as requested.
• Maintain a high quality of treatment at Lower Shore Clinic using evidenced based practices.
• Carrying out assignments to fulfill the ACT mission of providing sanctuary and support to members in the community.
• Provide specialty expertise to the ACT team in navigating the mental health system as a client.
• Assist in coordination of services received from other community agencies.
• Maintain total confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA law, CARF accreditation standards and Maryland State Regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by the ACT Team Leader

Qualifications, Education and Experience:

• High School diploma and personal firsthand experience with the mental health systems as a client in recovery.
• National certification as a Peer Specialist.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Valid full driver's license and safe driving record.

Why work for Lower Shore Clinic?

The Lower Shore Clinic is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center that offers outpatient therapy, substance abuse, and primary care services. Our mission is to provide caring, effective, and highly accessible healthcare to all the residents of the Eastern Shore who seek services. We offer a rich benefit package, competitive salaries, and tuition assistance. We hope you join our team! Check out our website lowershoreclinic.org.