PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPEC
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Description
PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPEC
University of Alabama at Birmingham
This position will be part of a team working under the Veterans Court for Jefferson County to provide peer services and support to the veterans population served in the court system.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
To serve as a liaison between the Recovery Support Services Team and treatment staff.
To work with substance abuse and/or other mental health-related program participants in groups and/or on a one-on-one basis to provide advocacy and personal coaching/mentoring.
To serve as a vital member of the case management team.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics
Ability to encourage and persuade people
Ability to mentor others
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to work independently
Conflict resolution skills
Interpersonal skills
Written and verbal communication skills
MVR Required
Hourly Range: $15.00-$21.15
Qualifications
Education
High School diploma or GED.
One (1) year of relevant experience in a peer recovery support environment required.
Certified or eligible to be certified as a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) by The Alabama Department of Mental Health OR Certified Peer Support Specialist through FORMLL OR Nationally Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) by the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC). NCPRSS preferred.
MUST OBTAIN CERTIFICATION WITHIN ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF HIRE INTO CLASSIFICATION.