Peer Support Specialist - Mommy & Me - Split Seaford & Lewes

We are looking for a Full-Time Peer Support Specialist to join our team in Seaford and Lewes, Delaware. The Peer Support Specialist (PSS) plays a crucial role in the recovery process as individuals attempt to navigate the behavioral health system. The PSS assists in this process by supporting and assisting clients in gaining entitlements and accessing resources within the community such as food vouchers, housing, linkage to employment services, childcare, and social services. The PSS provides guidance and assists clients in overcoming challenges in their recovery journey and facilitates psychoeducation groups, implements recovery/care plans and connects individuals to support services. The PSS educates and empowers individuals by assisting them in developing a strong, stable recovery support system. The PSS does this by assisting individuals with self-care and self-awareness, encouragement and support, teaching coping skills and the positive benefits of long-term recovery. The PSS is responsible for providing quality, sufficient and appropriate services and for maintaining high professional standards.

Please note this full-time position will split their time between two Mommy & Me programs in Seaford, DE and one Mommy & Me program in Lewes, DE.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients as assigned, maintain appropriate written records.
• Advocate for individual and community needs.
• Treat clients using psycho-education groups and service linkage as specified on treatment plan.
• Assist the outreach team, as needed, with outreach and education services.
• Provide culturally appropriate education and counsel clients about plans of care, health promotion and disease prevention.
• Provide individualized client/family education customized to the client and support system.
• Refer and link clients to appropriate services, clinical and/or medical staff as needed within the agency and in the community in an accurate and timely manner.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop a plan of care individualized for the client.
• Educate client on non-pharmacologic approaches to disease and symptom management.
• Maintain confidentiality in matters related to client and family.
• Provide care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to the client’s diversity, preserving their autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Report any change in condition to appropriate personnel.
• Educate others on the value and benefits of Harm Reduction approaches.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years proven work experience as a Peer Support Specialist or similar role in Behavior Health, Substance Use Disorder Treatment or related field.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly compassionate and attentive to details
• The ability to be on call for emergencies and work on weekends and public holidays.
• Relevant training and/or certifications as a Peer Support Specialist preferred
• Candidates must hold a valid driver's license at the time of application and maintain it throughout the duration of employment.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, ROTH 401k)
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holiday's Yearly
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources