Peer Recovery Supporter
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Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services
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Peer Recovery Supporter
Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services
Posted 25 days ago
Full Time
Batavia, Ohio
In Person
Smart Summary
This position involves providing engagement, recovery support services, education, resources, and guidance to individuals experiencing substance use disorders through face-to-face outreach and collaboration with community partners. Responsibilities include assessing needs, assisting clients in accessing community resources like housing and treatment, and supporting the implementation of individual recovery plans.
We're seeking a Peer Recovery Supporter to provide support, education, and resources to individuals experiencing substance use disorders in Batavia, OH. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with lived experience of substance use disorder and a minimum of twelve months of active recovery. Certification as an Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter is required or the ability to obtain it within 90 days.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Engagement
Recovery Support Services
Outreach
Coordination
Assessment
Resource Access
Treatment Support
Sober Support
Recovery Education
Client Plan Implementation
Motivating Others
Job Description
Join our mission to help individuals with behavioral health disorders live healthy and productive lives.
Why Work at GCBHS?
- GCBHS is a pioneer in the field of behavioral health treatment for adults, children, and families
- Top Workplace every year since 2010
- Paid Time Off and Sick Time
- Flexible work schedules
- Comprehensive health insurance
- 403(b) Retirement with Match
Position Responsibilities:
- Participates in face-to-face outreach efforts to individuals struggling with substance use, including those experiencing homelessness in Clermont County (includes making contact with individuals on the streets, in parks, soup kitchens, shelters, health care facilities etc).
- Works closely with community partners to help coordinate services for clients, especially services applicable to individuals experiencing homelessness.
- Assesses individuals for substance use disorders and associated basic needs.
- Assists clients in accessing community resources i.e.: housing, treatment services, applicable benefits, job placement, etc. as determined by client assessment.
- Provides resource, treatment & sober support information to individuals interested in recovery.
- Provides recovery education and support to persons with substance use disorder.
- In collaboration with community partners, connects and engages with individuals who have had recent contact with the emergency response system related to overdose and substance abuse issues.
- Assists with implementation of individual client recovery plans.
Position Requirements:
- High school graduate or GED.
- Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter Certification required or ability to obtain within 90 days.
- Lived experience of substance use disorder and active in maintaining recovery for a minimum of twelve months.
- Knowledge of substance use disorder system, mental health system, and healthcare strongly desired. Individual must have demonstrated ability to respectfully motivate other consumers to act on their own behalf and to participate in activities.
- Drug test required prior to start.
- Position requires regular driving of the employee’s personal vehicle. Valid driver’s license, vehicle, and insurable driving record required.
We have been named a Top Workplace in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for 10 years in a row!
Please visit our website www.gcbhs.com to learn more about GCBHS.
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Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services
Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) is the most comprehensive mental health agency in the tri-state region serving adults with mental illness, addiction and related challenges. GCBHS is fully certified, nationally accredited, and is a 501 (C) (3) nonprofit organization. GCBHS’ skilled staff provides an extensive and wide-ranging network of services for its clients, over 40% of whom have been diagnosed with psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder. About 50% have been diagnosed with a mood disorder such as major depression or bipolar disorder. Other GCBHS clients suffer from anxiety disorders such as obsessive-compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. GCBHS has been recognized nationally for ground-breaking its programs, including cutting-edge interventions and programs for people coming out of prison or going through local mental health courts, homeless outreach, and peer support programs. Among the services: • Care Management • Psychiatric Services • Primary Health Care Services • Counseling Services • Vocational Training and Support • Social and Recreational Peer Support • Substance Abuse/Mental Illness Programs • Community Living Services
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