Peer Specialist - ABH in Atlantic City, New Jersey at Atlanticare

POSITION SUMMARY

Reports To: Unit Director

Trainings: Annual, Effective 1/21 BLS Required existing incumbents with Heart Saver First Aid CPR/AED, will be required to renew with BLS, all new hires effective this same date, are required to have BLS within 90 days from date of hire or transfer.

CPI required within 90 days of hire or transfer. MHA Training within one year from date of transfer or hire date.

Career Development: Peer Specialist Case Manager Therapist

Position Summary: This position will provide supportive services including advocacy, support, and coaching in skills related to behavioral health needs. Completes all required educational interventions while engaging clients. Determines social service needs and coordinates care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Completes all required educational interventions

Engages clients in a warm and empowering manner. Utilizes a person first approach to interactions and interventions with clients

Determines social service needs of clients

Responds bedside and to the emergency department to support clients

Assists clients with linkage to services in the community, such as: financial assistance, medical assistance, transportation, etc.

Coordinates clients behavioral health and medical care

Performs outreach and engagement of clients to increase adherence

Assists clients with scheduling of appointments for behavioral health and medical care

Shares personal lived experience with clients to help facilitate and support behavioral health needs

Works collaboratively with hospital team around care for the client and discharge planning

Assists with wellness prevention interventions

Assists with maintaining compliance with DMHAS, Joint Commission, and SAMHSA contract requirements

Completes documentation within the electronic medical record systems in a timely manner

Establishes and maintains positive community supports

Maintains compliance with the DMHAS licensing regulations including the confidentiality of drug and alcohol clients

Participates in treatment team conferences to support best practices

Models and support clients and staff in health and wellness activities and with using healthy coping skills

Participates in assigned meetings, staff development

Minimal Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED. Associates degree in behavioral health field preferred.

Experience: Peer position requires that the applicant self-declare past or current treatment for behavioral health. Minimum 2 years of continuous, active recovery required. Understands and support a trauma-informed system of care. Experience with illness management & recovery (IMR) and motivational interviewing (MI) preferred. Valid Drivers License required. Excellent computer skills required. Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Self-direction and flexibility required to meet the needs of administration and management. Sensitivity to a culturally diverse client population and workplace required. Supports and validates individual differences to create a harmonious work environment. Supports the organizations mission to create a healthier community.

Equipment Use: Computer, copier, facsimile

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Planswith employer contributions

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Tuition Reimbursementto support your educational goals

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programsto help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefitsofferings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.