Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)

Requirements

• OTHER POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Maintains acceptable overall attendance record, to include department staff meetings, agency meetings, and trainings as required. Ensures appropriate notification to supervisor for absences, and ensures that work is covered. Flexible in work schedule when needed. Must have access to a reliable personal vehicle and be able to transport consumers on a regular basis as part of the job essential job responsibilities. Exhibits appropriate level of technical knowledge for the position. Produces quantity of work necessary to meet job requirements. Works well with a team, keeps others informed of information needed. Treats others with respect, maintaining a spirit of cooperation. Maintains effective and professional verbal and written interactions with peers, customers, supervisors and other staff. Uses diplomacy and tact in dealing with difficult situations or people. Demonstrates effective listening skills. Is receptive to constructive feedback. Demonstrates the ability and willingness to handle new assignments, changes in procedures and business requirements. Identifies what needs to be done and takes appropriate action. Completes assigned work, meets deadlines without reminders/follow-up from supervisor or others. Performs work conscientiously with a high degree of accuracy. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The CPS must be at least 18 years old and is expected to be reliable and possess the ability to interact and communicate effectively (verbal and written) with supervisors, co-workers, and consumers. The CPS must complete all required Kansas Certified Peer Support Trainings within one year of employment. The CPS must possess basic computer and typing skills. The position requires the applicant to self identify as a present or former, primary consumer of mental health services. Skills in working with people and the ability to respond appropriately to a variety of situations are essential. Must have a valid driver's license, driving record in good standing, reliable personal transportation, and be able to safely operate and transport consumers using their own vehicle as required by the position. Proof of valid auto insurance is required. Approved mileage will be reimbursed in accordance with company policy. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Driving (for the purposes of community mobility)
• Extensive writing/note taking
• Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds
• Bending/stooping/climbing stairs
• Typing for extended periods of time
• Sitting for extended periods of time All the above duties and responsibilities are considered essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as a detailed statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisors, subject to reasonable accommodation. EEO race, color, religion, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.