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Form of workThe Veteran Peer Support Specialist (VPSS) will perform a variety of supportive tasks that include assisting their peers in achieving their goals for recovery, learning, and practicing new skills. Helping them monitor their progress, assisting in their treatment, and modeling effective coping techniques based on the VPSS' own recovery experience.
Qualifications
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one (1) year of specialized training or education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
No additional experience required. **Active Duty Service experience preferred.**
COMPUTER SKILLS
An individual should have knowledge of Internet software, Order processing systems, and Spreadsheet software.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets the requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating. PRSS Certification must be obtained within three months of hire.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
The employee must not be and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
Must meet and maintain periodic background investigation and adjudication for child care.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, talk, or hear. Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste, or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
