NHCS Peer Mentor

Salary Range: $27,040 - $37,440 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: CHIEF CLINICAL OFFICER

Peer Mentor services are performed under the general supervision of the Site Administrator and Phase 1 Coordinator. Peer Mentors are given general instructions and are expected to provide services independently within established guidelines and specific to policies and procedures. This is considered on-the-job training and not a staff position.

Responsibilities

• Initiates client program file and keeps the documentation up-to-date.
• Completes client’s orientation.
• Reviews lessons with clients.
• Completes termination/departure program summary upon client’s departure/movement of the program. Discharge will be coordinated by staff.
• Continues to evaluate the client’s progress (or lack of) and document such.
• Maintains client confidentiality.
• Teaches recovery classes and grades client’s homework.
• Completes all shift documentation including (but not limited to) logs, report of incidents to staff, client program file updates, and incoming program paperwork for clients.
• Attends all mandatory trainings and meetings.
• Takes appropriate action in the following situations, including notifying staff of: Distressed withdrawal; Seizures; Client violence or threats of violence; Emetic episodes (vomiting)
• Acts as liaison with appropriate AIP/Recovery Program staff to facilitate and ensure client/staff communication, interaction, and well-being.
• Predominately evening and weekend work schedule is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Consultation and Education

• Provide educational training and information to the families and friends of clients and to the general public as needed;
• Must attend required training and obtain required CEUs as mandated.

Planning and Community Organizing

• Use good judgment and maintain effective boundaries when sharing information about NHCS with county staff, other providers, and members of the community;
• Attend various community meetings and report relevant information to the Director;
• Participate in community needs assessments. Implement and maintain a variety of procedures to evaluate programs and services;
• Be available to offer leadership and cooperation to consumers and community providers in the development of cost-effective services;

Knowledge and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to inspire, trust, respect and confidence.

Completion of Phase 1 of Recovery Dynamics and six months of sobriety/clean

time. Ability to work with persons in a manner that shows sensitivity to cultural diversity, sexual orientation, and racial/ethnic differences. Peer Mentors/Phase 2 coming from other recovery centers must enter through SOS, and then be transferred to appropriate phase at center supervisor’s discretion. Peer Mentors must sign a three-month contract and be supervised with documented, on-the-job-training requirements completed in a timely manner

Education and Work Experience

High School Diploma

History of Substance Abuse or Mental Illness

Work Conditions

• This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
• Work requires standing, walking, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
• The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27,040.00 - $37,440.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• After school
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
We allow our patients to determine their comfort -

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Background Check Required - Felons Encouraged to Apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

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