Certified Peer Support Specialist Job at Aegis Treatment Centers, Bakersfield, CA

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  • Aegis Treatment Centers
  • Bakersfield, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Part-time (flexible schedule)

We offer competitive salaries, a full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily. 

Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works. 

Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment. 

As the Peer Support Specialist , you are responsible for supporting others in recovery from substance use disorder; serving as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to recovering individuals to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery; and representing Pinnacle Treatment Services/Aegis in a positive and professional manner. You will demonstrate an ability to share personal recovery experiences and develop appropriate and authentic peer-to-peer relationships. In this role, you must understand and have respect for everyone's unique path to recovery.

Pay:

$25/per hour

Benefits: 

  • 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off) 
  • 401k with company match 
  • Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities. 
  • Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance. 
  • Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP) 
  • Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University. 

Requirements:  

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Peer Support Certification OR certification eligible within three (3) months.
  • Personal Attestation of one year in recovery from substance use disorder.
  • Valid driver’s license in good standing
  • Ability to travel up to 50% locally as needed

Preferred

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in one of the behavioral science disciplines from an accredited college or university.
  • CPR Certification
  • One (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting

Responsibilities: 

  • Assist patients in overcoming barriers to treatment and meeting basic needs to promote self-sufficiency.
  • Peer Supporters support recovery by providing support, assistance, encouragement, advocation, and modeling behavior.
  • Assist patients with building social skills that will empower and enhance integration opportunities and teach self-advocacy skills that support success within the community.
  • Provide education to patients on how to identify and work through negative self-talk and ways to overcome fears.
  • Document in EMR, as necessary.
  • Provide education to patients around wellness management and recovery skills.
  • Educate patients around the community and natural support, life skills, recovery related activities and how to utilize these in the recovery process.
  • Arrange referrals to other agencies and resources in the community when Appropriate
  • Provide goal-planning sessions, access to resources, care navigation, and one-to-one support to patients and their families where appropriate.
  • Provides coaching and support to clients as challenges arise from everyday activities.
  • Assist clients with orientation to program and update appropriately into EMR as needed.
  • Listen attentively with respect, acceptance, and encouragement.
  • Lend unique insight into substance use disorders and what makes recovery possible.
  • Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Join our team. Join our mission.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Flexible hours,

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