Peer Specialist (49033)

Health Solutions is a premier wellness center focused on whole-person care. With over 400 employees in Southern Colorado, you would be joining a mighty team of support and administrative staff, case managers, clinicians, physicians, nurses, and others in our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of our community.

We're hiring a full-time Peer Support Specialist, to join us at Respite Program at 41 Montebello in Pueblo.

Work Schedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

What You'd Be Doing

Peer Support Specialists, Respite have progressed in their own recovery from substance abuse or a mental health condition and self-identify as peers. Because of their own life experiences, peers can support others in crises and assist them in recovery so they can remain in their community. The peer support specialist provides outreach and acts as a role model, ally, mentor, planner, advocate, educator, resource connector, and tour guide for clients.

The Peer Support Specialist, Respite works under the direction of the Crisis Services Supervisor and supervisory designee, to

• Communicate with individuals who have sought out crisis services in respite;

• Support clients by offering them information and hope;

• Reassure clients through active listening and consultation;

• Find resources and make referrals to community partners;

• Transport clients as needed;

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living;

• Perform light housekeeping duties; and

• Order and prepare soups, sandwiches, snacks, and meals;

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director within the scope of the position, may include working in other departments as needed.

• Physical requirements include the following:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.

• Frequently communicates with physicians about medical notes, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.

• Occasionally lifts and carries items up to 15 pounds

• Occasional exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids

What You'll Like About Us

• Competitive pay $17.45 to $21.21 hourly or depending on degree

• Generous benefits package. For most positions, includes paid holidays, generous PTO, Subsidized YMCA membership, tuition reimbursement, retirement 403(b), and FSA

• Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision, with low deductibles. Also, Wellness benefits program available.

• EAP, Teladoc, LifeLock, Direct Path, Life and AD&D

• Additional Insurance: FSA, Voluntary Life, Allstate Voluntary benefits

• Childcare for school aged children

• Flexible schedule

• Warm and friendly work environment in which staff respect and learn from one another

• Opportunities to serve our neighbors in Pueblo, Huerfano, and Las Animas counties

Qualifications

What We're Looking For-The Must-Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Personal knowledge of and experience with behavioral health services

• Valid Colorado driver license and access to reliable transportation during work hours

• Good driving record

What We'd Like to See in You-The Nice-to-Haves

• Spanish language skills

Health Solutions expects all staff to

• Adapt to change in the workplace and use change as an opportunity for innovation and creativity;

• Take ownership of problems, brainstorm resolutions, use sound judgment in selecting solutions to problems, and then demonstrate consistent follow through;

• Possess the job knowledge and skills to perform the fundamental job functions, and willingly assume greater responsibility over time regarding the scope of work;

• Inspire and model collaborative teamwork; and

• Demonstrate accommodation, politeness, helpfulness, trust building, appropriate boundaries, and flexibility in customer service.

Closing date: 03/01/2024 EOE M/F