Peer Support Specialist Apprentice- Health And Human Services (1223)

Salary : $39,520.00 Annually
Location : Flagstaff, AZ
Job Type: Limited Appointment
Job Number: 0804000
Department:Health and Human Services
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 1/26/2024 5:00 PM Arizona
Nature of Work
At Coconino County, public service matters. Our dedication to public service promotes a culture that elicits employee growth, cultivates inspiration, and creates future leaders by empowering employees to solve internal and external customer needs and exceed customer service expectations. As an award-winning organization with high regard for cultural diversity and the positive contributions of the many thriving cultures within our county, our nation, and our society, Coconino County leads a variety of initiatives that celebrate diversity; from our Annual Diversity Day, and monthly Heritage Lunch & Learns, to book clubs, and professional development academies which target diverse workforce segments. Coconino County's respect for diversity is shared throughout the organization. Be part of this optimistic, innovative team where outstanding customer service creates dynamic solutions and engages leadership at every level.
The Opioid Crisis Response Program with Coconino County Health and Human Services provides essential Peer Support Services, including linkages to care for people who use drugs through a harm reductionist framework. This apprentice position will be a part of the core team, learning to provide this support to community members in need. Peer Support Specialists have their own story of behavioral health recovery and utilize their lived experience to help the people they serve and promote recovery-oriented environments. This apprentice position will learn under the guidance of the OCR Team, including current Peer Support Specialists and the Program Manager.
Under general supervision performs work of routine difficulty in providing services to individuals experiencing mental illness and/or substance use disorders; performs related work as assigned.
After incremental training in the apprentice position, the employee will be able to demonstrate the ability to assist and work independently, autonomously, and consistently perform job duties.
NOTE: This is a grant funded position through the ADHS Workforce Development Grant and has an end date of May 1, 2024.
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)

• Demonstrates empathy and understanding of vulnerable populations while maintaining professional boundaries
• Observes all rules of confidentiality relating to client interactions, both internally and when working with external partners
• Become proficient in harm reduction
• Become proficient in community resources
• Under supervision of R&R program staff, will become proficient in assisting clients by navigating and accessing services based on individual needs and expressed goals of clients
• Under supervision of R&R program staff, will become proficient in facilitating linkages to care to support clients in accessing services
• Under supervision of R&R program staff, works individually with clients and assists them in achieving the goals established by client and program staff.
• Under supervision of R&R program staff, assists clients in building life and social skills that give them the tools and confidence to achieve goals related to housing, employment, education, relationships, etc.
• Become proficient in problem-solving techniques with individuals and groups.
• Under supervision of R&R program staff, become proficient in advocating for clients by promoting best practices
• Under supervision of R&R program staff, participates in meetings with internal and external team members to coordinate care, assess client progress and needs, and develop follow-up plans
• Become proficient in utilizing recovery-oriented, trauma informed, and first-person language in all interactions while demonstrating excellence in compassionate customer care
• Under supervision of R&R program staff, will become proficient in maintaining updated client records with plans, notes, appropriate forms, or related information
• Under supervision of R&R program staff, will become proficient in building relationships with collaborative partners in order to support and strengthen referrals and linkages to care.
• Under supervision of R&R program staff, will become proficient in conducting home visits and regular check-ins with clients to provide outreach and engagement.
• Under supervision of R&R program staff, conducts outreach to promote program services.
• Participates in weekly supervision and demonstrates efforts to be prepared and engage in reflection exercises.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as needed

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving, sitting for trainings, phone calls, and meetings; working with and around others over the phone and for individual and group meetings; hearing and speech for ordinary conversation.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D., a desire to work within specific program and one year of previous work experience in any industry OR, any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
The ideal candidate will be committed to serving diverse communities, be passionate about serving people who use drugs, and will be ready to learn and grow in this position, with skills and experience in engaging with individuals respectfully. This candidate should be eligible for and interested in getting a Peer Support Specialist certification.
This position is non-exempt from overtime.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge of:
- Organization and planning
- Positively receiving feedback
- Time Management
- Interpersonal skills
Ability to:
- Work flexibly in a team and contribute to a supportive work environment
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage

• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability

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Please describe your lived experience that would help you become a Peer Support Specialist.
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This position requires the ability to have a fingerprint clearance card, do you meet this minimum requirement?

• Yes
• No

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