Main Areas of Responsibility:
Good verbal and written communication and client relations skills; neat appearance; service orientation; initiative; dependability; flexibility; safety awareness; organizational skills; and the ability to engage as part of a team.
The PSS will serve as a role model by actively participating in aspects of the substance abuse recovery and by demonstrating and teaching skills related to recovery, rehabilitation, and resiliency.
This is a part time postion, 28 hrs/week.
Additional Areas of Responsibility:
Must be eligible for and complete certification (within in 1 year of hire date) as a Certified Peer Specialist Worker; 18 years of age or older;high school diploma or GED and be self-identified consumer of mental health and/or substance abuse services; with min. of 1 year of mental health and/or substance abuse recovery.