Job Title
Peer Recovery Specialist (ACT)
Location
Glen Allen, VA, US
Organization Name
County of Henrico Department of Mental Health & Developmental Services
About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, September 23, 2024.
Serves as a role model, mentor, advocate and motivator; provides outreach and support to individuals; does related work as required.
Essential Duties
• Provide outreach and support to mental health individuals receiving services.
• Link individuals to agency and community provider appointments.
• Assisting individuals with obtaining needed resources in the community.
• Serve as a recovery coach to individuals by sharing personal recovery story while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Co-facilitate agency education and support groups related to recovery including Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP).
• Assist individuals with participating in social and recreational outlets to further recovery goals.
• Participate in agency committees/work groups as needed.
• Develop therapeutic relationships with individuals.
• Knowledge of professional boundaries and mental health recovery model.
• Model and encourage development of a recovery-oriented lifestyle.
Lived personal experience in their own recovery and willingness to share personal story to help others.
Requires successful completion of 72 hours in each of the four domains of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) CPRS Training Curriculum.
Successful completion of 500 hours of supervised hands-on experience relevant to the four CPPRS.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school with coursework or degree in a relevant field and previous relevant work experience is preferred; OR, any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Additional Information
Valid driver's license and a safe driving record to perform assigned duties at various locations Countywide.
May be required to work a flexible or on-call schedule. Requires maintaining current certification as a Registered Peer Recovery Specialist by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
May require Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) Facilitator certification and Whole Health Action Management (WHAM) Facilitator certification.
TB test: A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
Expected salary low-mid range of listed salary scale. If training requirements are not met position can be filled as a Peer Recovery Trainee.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, September 23, 2024.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through https://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.us.
Minimum Salary
52486
Maximum Salary
96550
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime
Permanent Full-time
Amount of Travel
Work At Home