UAB Medicine

PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPEC - (T227155)

Description

PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT SPEC

University of Alabama at Birmingham

As part of a team working under the Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Abuse Program (COSSAP) federal grant, the Peer Recovery Support Specialist is involved in institutional evidence based screening and intervening with individuals that are at risk for opioid and stimulant overdose. Staff assist in coordinating a therapeutic transition to community resources for assistance, as well as provide follow up supportive communication and data collection for the federal grant.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

To work with substance abuse and/or other mental health related program participants in groups and/or on a one-on-one basis to provide advocacy and personal coaching/mentoring.

To serve as a vital member of the case management team.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

• Ability to encourage and persuade others
• Ability to mentor individuals effectively
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comprehension of substance abuse and mental health disorders
• Understanding of the VPRAI-R Risk/Needs Assessment
• Ability to assess and screen participants in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively through documentation and staff/participant interactions
• Knowledge of community recovery resources

Hourly Range: $15.00-$21.15

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1 year of relevant experience in a peer recovery support environment
• Certification required or eligibility for one of the following:
  • Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) by the Alabama Department of Mental Health
  • Certified Peer Support Specialist through FORMLL
  • Nationally Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) by the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)
  • NCPRSS certification is preferred
  • Must obtain certification within one year from date of hire into the classification

Primary Location

: University

Job Category

: Clerical & Administrative

Organization

: 311702100 Psych-Substance Abuse

Employee Status

: Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite

Equal Opportunity Statement: UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.