Certified Peer Specialist

Description/Job Summary

Seeking a dedicated On-Call Certified Peer Specialist to provide exceptional and compassionate care to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises in the greater New Orleans area.
MUST BE A CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST TO QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION.

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) services consist of peer support services; advocacy for Persons in Recovery (PIRs); sharing of coping skills and providing recovery information for PIRs. The CPS performs a wide range of tasks to assist PIRs in regaining control over their own recovery process. This includes but is not limited to the development of natural supports; development of social interactions in the community; and management of symptoms that challenge wellness in an individual.

Our team works with those who are suicidal, homicidal and/or experiencing psychosis and anyone else who is currently feeling overwhelmed by the situation they find themselves in. Many of our clients have severe and persistent mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar I or II disorder, or schizoaffective disorder. Many also have substance use disorders or co-occurring disorders.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Delivers peer support services: such as education, advocacy, and to foster engagement in treatment process
• Provide recovery support education for persons enrolled, staff, and family members. This may include but is not limited to: Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) for enrollees, Self-help/mutual peer support groups, training and orientation of new enrollees, and training and orientation for staff and Team members.
• Supporting person centered interventions as identified in service plans for everyone served
• Maintain one's own physical, mental, and emotional well-being so that the CPS can function appropriately in the job and can model healthy functioning to those we serve.

• Complete required documentation of services in a timely manner according to agency policy.
• As appropriate, may facilitate group therapy sessions such as:
  • WRAP
  • Recovery Support Groups
  • Community Meetings
  • Symptoms and Coping Skills
• Assist individuals with independent living preparation.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by leadership team, to support individuals' recovery.

Required Experience

• At least 2 years working with others in Mental Health Recovery.

Required Education

• HS Diploma/GED
• Certified Peer Support Specialist

Required Qualifications

• Certified Peer Specialist Certification
• HS Diploma/GED
• At least 2 years working with others in Mental Health Recovery

• Maintain 18 credit hours of additional training each year.

Program Summary

Metropolitan Crisis Response Team (MCRT) provides mental health services to individuals in Orleans, Plaquemines and St. Bernard parishes.

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.