Peer Support Specialist

Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program

Seeking:Peer Support Specialist

• Oregon CRM

Full TimeHours:

• Monday - Friday 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Our Benefits:

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical Dental and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer-paid clinical supervision (free to employees)
• Free and unlimited access to 500 accredited Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Employee Assistance Program(EAP) offering continued support to employee lifestyle and well-being
• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunityfor growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Albany Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC) located in Albany OR is part of Acadia Healthcares Comprehensive Treatment Centers the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our counseling team provides compassionate high-quality counseling and therapy to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder.

Your job as a Peer Support Specialist:

As a Peer Support Specialist you will support and assist patients in their recovery from addictions such as alcoholism drug
addiction eating disorders or other behavioral problems to break down barriers to treatment and bridge
together the varying entities that help an individual maintain productive long-term recovery. Additionally the
Peer Support Specialist will assist the patient in developing skills and enhancing strengths to avoid relapse and
successfully navigate the full continuum of care and the road to long-term recovery.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides peer support to clinically complex patients drawing on common experiences as a peer;
  validates each individuals experiences and provides guidance and encouragement to these individuals
  to take responsibility and actively participate in their own recovery
• Engages patients referred to treatment at the initial point of contact clinic or other community
  provider to expedite screening for the appropriate level of care.
• Acts as advocate and mentor to patients in recovery to promote decision making empowerment and
  engagement
• Acts as a role model for patients by sharing effective coping techniques and self-help strategies to
  promote personal growth and development in handling internal and external stressors positive health
  wellness and lifestyle choices
• Provides peer support knowledge related to treatment including methadone buprenorphine or
  extended-release naltrexone injection maintenance treatment.
• Acts as a liaison between patients clinical team and community resources including but not limited to:
• Assisting patients in seeking and receiving services to meet their individual social needs and provides
  support to facilitate patient success to maintain recovery
• Assisting in the process of acquiring housing necessities and skills needed to maintain daily and
  monthly household responsibilities and independent living
• Assisting patients in establishing a relationship with a primary care provider or additional
  medical care in a coordinated/team approach
• Serving as linkage between patients and employers in the area to assist patients in obtaining
  and maintaining gainful employment
• Assisting patients with acquiring and developing life and social skills education and other
  needs identified by the individual to promote quality of life after recovery

Required Education Skills and Qualifications:

• HS graduate or equivalent required;
• No previous work experience in field required.
• Direct experience in substance abuse through personal life experiences instruction/internship orsimilar practicum through education or certification process.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• CRM in the state of Oregon

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