Peer Support Specialist - Overdose and Infectious Disease Prevention

Duties & Responsibilities

Adheres to the ethical, confidentiality, and professional-standards requirements of federal and state law, the policies of this organization, and the policies of licensing and credentialing boards. Speaks and acts in a manner that is sensitive and responsive to a person’s ethnic, cultural, and developmental background, to any disabling conditions, and to conditions that may affect the person’s ability to form accurate perceptions, process information, understand directions, and communicate important information. Consistently interacts with members of this and other organizations in a respectful, professional manner; productively contributes to the functioning of an interdisciplinary team. Assumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as needed or directed. Job Qualifications The Peers Specialist must meet local standards for certification as a peer specialist OR if peer certification is unavailable locally, minimum qualifications include the following: (1) self-identified as an individual with a serious mental illness who is currently or formerly a recipient of mental health services; (2) Is in the process of his/her recovery; and (3) has completed training in wellness management and recovery interventions. Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Valid Ohio driver’s license with less than six points and proof of automobile insurance, adhering to the minimum requirements of Ohio’s Financial Responsibility Act. CPR Certification, first aid and non-violent crisis intervention training (with-in 60 days of hire). Active Peer Support Certification from OMHAS Travel Travel and presence in the community will comprise approximately 30-40% of this role. Hours per week: 40 Physical Demands/Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods, stand, walk, use hands and fingers, and reach with hands and arms. Travel and work outside of normal hours may be required for meetings, presentations, training, and other events. This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of The Centers. Since no position description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties, and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. Employee signature below constitutes the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position. Your employment with The Centers is at will. This means your employment is for an indefinite period and it is subject to termination by you or The Centers, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.

• About The Centers The Centers fights for equity by healing, teaching, and inspiring individuals and families to reach their full potential.
• We provide health, family, and workforce services at 11 locations throughout Greater Cleveland, creating life-changing solutions for people to lead healthier and more successful lives.
• We provide high-quality healthcare to everyone who comes through our doors, regardless of their ability to pay.
• Our health care services include mental and physical health care, primary care, dental, behavioral health urgent care, pharmacy services, addiction and substance use treatment, HIV/AIDS prevention and support services, along with trauma recovery service.
• We strive to be an equitable, anti-racist, and service-oriented workplace that pioneers and co-creates solutions while fostering an inclusive community where our team members thrive.

Wellbeing and Benefits Providing quality benefits to our staff is important to us. Just as important is our staff’s well-being. That’s why we offer a number of choices to meet the different needs of our staff. Choice of medical and dental plans Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care Vision Support for continuing education and credential renewal Life Insurance Retirement Savings (401k) with a company contribution Mental Health Support Employee Assistance Program Calm Subscription Short and Longterm Disability The Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.