Share Email Opening Apply Now Title PEER Support Specialist  About the Organization Easterseals Louisiana (ESL) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people's lives everyday. Established in 1951, our organization supports over 8,600 individuals (whom we refer to as Participants) with a variety of disabilities. A leading provider of disability services, ESL has physical locations in 8 regions of Louisiana and our array of programs include; support coordination (case management) for children, adults and elderly participants, a wide range of behavioral health and housing services, early intervention services for infants and toddlers, and a school setting called The Chartwell Center in New Orleans. Because we support so many participants with a range of needs, we have learned that disability looks different for everyone, and it is our goal to help our participants thrive and live their lives to their fullest potential. ESL believes that everyone deserves opportunities to be active and productive members of their communities. We strive to make a life of purpose and independence possible for our participants through our commitment to quality support, innovative service offerings, and continuous organizational evolution. We are seeking mission-driven individuals to join our team, who will help us deliver a life of independence, relationships, and meaning to our participants.   Description Mission : To change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day. Salary: $14-15 hourly Job Description: Identify lifelong recovery goals for our participants enrolled in the Peer Support Program. Provide aid in treatment planning. Perform Life Skills coaching according to plan. Research, access, and link to appropriate medical, psychiatric, education, community resources and other social services as indicated by assessments and individual participant preferences. Facilitate recovery group sessions Conduct individual sessions Assist with discharge planning Meet with supervisor for regularly scheduled staff meetings and as assigned by supervisor. Attend and actively participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings and as assigned by supervisor. Attend and actively participate in required training and other training as assigned by supervisor. Provides needed assistance and fills in for other Peer Support Specialists Accountabilities: Ensuring the delivery of services meets the standards of Peer Support. Capable of making referrals to appropriate medical, psychiatric, education, community resources and other social services agencies and/or providers in a timely manner to address identified needs. Documentation of and follow-up in a timely manner to ensure services are in place and appropriate. The establishment and maintenance of ongoing rapport with participants to assist participants in achieving recovery goals. Establishment and maintenance of ongoing rapport with referral sources, other community agencies and providers to coordinate services for participants. Empowerment and encouragement of participants to be active partners in recovery. Ensuring all participants are treated with respect and dignity; and ensuring their rights are preserved. Studying, learning, and presenting training to participants. Active participation in case reviews, team meetings, staff meetings and other trainings as required by funding source, policy, and supervisor. Communication with the Project Manager regarding any training or consultation needs related to service delivery, performance expectations or documentation requirements. Ensuring records, plans, forms, and other documentation are kept accurate and up to date. Ensuring all services provided are documented and appropriately signed and dated and in the appropriate location in the chart based on funding source, policy, and supervisor. Production of documentation that reflects current services, interventions, participant engagement, progress towards goals and/or any challenges or barriers to achieving goals. Providing input and assistance to Project Manager in the preparation of reports, outcomes or other program specific data as requested. Working with the Peer Support Specialist team and the Project Manager to ensure maximum collaboration and coordination with other Easterseals Louisiana staff. e.g., administrative assistants, other project managers, service coordinators, program development staff, etc. Working collaboratively with BHSC Supervisor and Project Manager in evaluating program effectiveness and compliance within funding source requirements, policy compliance and program goals. Providing feedback and suggestions in staff meetings to ensure open lines of communication and to utilize problem solving strategies. Participation in training activities and programs as required by funding source, policy, and supervisor. Participation in trainings for certifications particularly the completion of an approved Certified Peer Support Specialist training/certification and Family Support Training offered by the State of LA. Unless the employee already holds certification, the initial training and certification must occur within 30-days of hire. Complete at least 10 Continuing Education Units of training per year. Qualifications: Lived Experience - The PSS must have lived experience with a Behavioral Health diagnosis. A Behavioral Health diagnosis can include diagnosis with mental health challenges, addiction challenges, or co-occurring disorders. Primary Diagnosis - The PSS must have a primary diagnosis of mental illness and a strong desire to identify themselves as a person with mental illness. The primary diagnosis may not be a substance abuse disorder, although substance abuse disorder may be a secondary diagnosis. Educational Standards - PSS must have a minimum of a High School Diploma or a GED. Age Requirements - The PSS must be at least 18 years of age. Time in Recovery - PSS must have at least twelve (12) months demonstrated recovery as indicated by SAMHSA's working definition of recovery*. Certification - The PSS must be a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist OR may satisfactorily complete an approved Certified Peer Specialist and/or complete Family Support Training offered in the state within 30-days of the start date. PSS must obtain 10 Continuing Education Units per year to maintain certification. Additional Training – PSS must complete formal training in family support and/or peer support within 6 months of hire. Easterseals Louisiana is a Drug-Free Workplace, pre-employment and random drug tests will be administered. Will be required to pass Easterseals Louisiana’s background check Requirements: The employee is regularly required to communicate with others on the phone and in-person. The employee must be able to operate a computer, file, and retrieve written documents, The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, use hands, and lift and/or move lightweight items. Ability to move independently within the facility and community. Planning – Establishes effective objectives, priorities, and implement plans; anticipate obstacles and consider alternatives. Oral and Written Communication Skills – Ability to exhibit the appropriate use of grammar and spelling in written communication, exhibit appropriate use of grammar in oral communications, ensure oral and written communication is professional. Building Relationships – Able to establish rapport with provider agencies and staff, Easterseals administrative and other program staff. Mission Advocacy– Able to identify with project and Easterseals objectives; adequately, constructively, and directly communicate these objectives   Position Requirements   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. 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