Peer Support Specialist

Position Details
Position Information
Banner Position Number
R10823
Position Title
Peer Support Specialist
Classification Title
MURC-Counselors
Department
Center of Excellence for Recovery - RC1524
Job Description
The duty site for this role is Huntington - Mountwest CTC & Huntington Junior College.
Duties and responsibilities of this position include:
• Facilitate recovery oriented group and individual supportive intervention services with students and community members (as approved by direct supervisor);
• Conduct outreach visits to an assigned area;
• Provide outreach and early intervention to individuals in the pre-contemplation and contemplation stages of change as well as those experiencing symptoms of a recurrence of symptoms;
• Plan, Promote & Host training events and informational sessions related to the recovery program;
• Deliver remarks and speak to the public to combat stigma;
• Assist individuals in crisis situations involving social, emotional, health and other problems
• Work on college campuses and with faculty, staff and administration to develop support for students;
• Link students with support groups, treatment programs and other community resources;
• Build and maintain partnerships across campus and communities;
• Act as an liaison between students, campuses, communities and service organizations;
• Report to the supervisor and project coordinator.
• Assist with the implementation of project activities to ensure that the program goals, objectives, activities are met at specified stages in timeline;
• Participate in trainings and the certification process; Adhere to the code of ethics for PRSS at all times;
• Participate in weekly conference calls to report on progress;
• Collect assessments and develop recovery treatment plans;
• Collect and submit required data, prepare written reports and other administrative tasks as required;
• Assist individuals served with setting goals, creating and monitoring individualized change/recovery plans and working toward developing skills to attain and sustain recovery;
• Complete reports, paperwork and time sheets;
• Gain a working knowledge of center policies, procedures and regulations and the center's service delivery model;
• Represent the school and the network in a positive manner including maintaining a positive attitude and performing duties in a manner in accordance with the higher education institution's missions, codes of conduct and ethical practices.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
Location
MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine
Salary Range
$35,000-$40,000- Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity
Required Qualifications
Education
• High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience

• Knowledge of substance use disorders, evidenced based practices, and recovery support.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle required.
• Must be involved with a personal support and/or recovery system of their choosing.
• Personal history with a substance use disorder and have stable recovery for a period of a minimum of two years.
• Must have no legal involvement related to SUD/OUD within the last six months.
• Must have not had intensive behavioral health treatment involvement with the last six months
• Must pass a Criminal Background Check and Employment Fitness Determination through WVCARES and drug screen.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Education

• College experience preferred

Experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
MR0724
Open Date
10/11/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
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