Peer Support Specialist CSC 708
- Per referral from Case Managers, Therapists, Skills Trainers, and/or other Treatment Team
members, Peer Support Specialist meets with clients served in the CSC program to provide experienced advice and guidance concerning CSC services and mental health services in general. - Under the supervision of CSC Program Manager, provides emotional support to CSC clients struggling to meet their unique and personal challenges.
- Participates as a team member in conferences designed for the diagnosis and treatment of clients.
- Assists parents in identifying barriers and problems as well as in problem solving.
- On behalf of parents/caregivers, acts as liaison and advocate with appropriate agencies, physicians,
schools, employers, etc. - Consults and meets with other KCF staff regularly.
- Increases knowledge and skills through attendance of outside conferences and seminars whenever
possible. - May provide transportation to clients or caregivers.
- Performs related work as required.
- Excellent written communication and computer keyboarding for inputting clinical documentation
- Excellent verbal communication with clients, staff, and community providers
- Time management required to meet service goals
- Local travel using Center vehicle
- Stooping, bending, sitting, standing, keyboarding for prolonged periods, and lifting up to 30 lbs.
- Ability to be CPR and PMAB certified
- Valid driver's license and liability insurance required. 20% local travel.
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must be able to pass a criminal history and registry checks.
- Must be able to demonstrate current self-directed recovery
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must have lived experience with Severe Mental Illness required (Must be willing to appropriately share own recovery story with recipients.
- Experience in social services work preferred
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
Payroll Direct Deposit
12 paid Holidays per year
Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)**
**Certain Requirements Apply** Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - begins after 3 months of full time employment
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