Peer Support Specialist

Company: Volunteers of America Mid-States
Location: Louisville
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization spanning four states that creates positive change in the lives of individuals and communities through a ministry of service. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors. - We provide care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, healing accountability that brings people together with restorative justice, and free HIV testing and education. - When Volunteers of America was founded in 1896, "volunteer" referred to anyone who served others as a vocation through a commitment to a mission. Today, we are still staffed by paid, mission-driven professionals working to create positive change and build thriving communities. - Flexibility, teamwork, and fun are some of the reasons our employees are proud to work at VOA! - We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees who meet eligibility requirements. -





PROGRAM: - - - - Freedom House - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -STATUS: Full-Time

POSITION: - - - - - Peer Support Specialist - -

REPORTS TO: - - Peer Support Supervisor





OVERVIEW: -

The Peer Support Specialist is under routine supervision and is responsible for assisting in implementing assigned client's treatment/recovery plan through provision of adjunctive case management services, education, and peer support services as well as monitoring and facilitating the day to day operations of the assigned ARS facility, including medication administration. The Peer Support Specialist is also responsible for providing and documenting billable services to all clients as outlined by state regulations. -





REQUIREMENTS: -

The position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. - Two years post-secondary education preferred. - Two years prior experience in a treatment facility (or other specialized knowledge and experience) preferred. - Valid driver's license and good driving record required. - Must have ability to be CPR/First Aid certified, upon 30 days of employment.





RESPONSIBILITES:

1. Maintain operational control of the facility in the absence of senior staff.

2. Insure client's compliance with Volunteers of America policies and house rules.

3. Maintain chronological written records of events that occur during the shift.

4. Maintain client sign-in/sign-out log.

5. Make periodic tours of the facility and its grounds.

6. Monitor number of clients in facility and their behavior, hourly.

7. Complete required documentation.

8. Attend training and clinical supervision.

9. Provide transportation.

10. Provide childcare.

11. Observe and report maintenance needs and safety hazards.

12. Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) duties as assigned by supervision & PQI -Committee.





BENEFITS:
--- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package
--- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
--- Life Insurance
--- Long-Term Disability
--- Short Term Disability
--- Flexible Spending Accounts
--- Health Savings Accounts
--- Critical Illness
--- 403B Retirement Savings Plan
--- Employee Assistance Program
--- Paid Vacation Time (based on eligibility)
--- Paid Sick Time (based on eligibility)
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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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