Peer Recovery Specialist - Chemehuevi Tribe
Havasu Lake, CA
About the Job
JOB TITLE: Peer Recovery Specialist
DEPARTMENT: Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prog.
REPORTS TO: Program Director
SALARY RANGE: $ 20.00/ hour
POSITION TYPE: Permanent / Part-time / Non-exempt
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
DEPARTMENT: Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prog.
REPORTS TO: Program Director
SALARY RANGE: $ 20.00/ hour
POSITION TYPE: Permanent / Part-time / Non-exempt
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Management of the weekly on reservation sobriety activities.
- Research and provide education regarding sober activities and events off the reservation.
- Assist in coordinating sober activities, events and outreach for Health and Wellness Department and Chemehuevi Indian Tribe. This may include evenings and weekends.
- Work closely with Tribal Members, employees, and residents on substance abuse and mental health recovery.
- Make available all materials, documents and virtual resources for recovery support.
- Provide non-clinical (emotional, informational, resources, affiliation) support to program participants, initiating and assisting with long term recovery.
- Act as Liaison between the Chemehuevi Tribe Alcohol and Substance abuse program director and client, regarding treatment plans and progress, level of care and resources necessary to support the recovery of the client.
- Obtain Peer Recovery Specialist certification for the state of California.
- Obtain White Bison Certification for Peer recovery support, Red Road and Mending Broken Hearts programs.
- Coordinate, display and maintain flyers for the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program.
- Manage office and building supply inventory; upkeep of inside and outside of Wellness Center
- Behave in a manner that supports positive sober values, attitudes, beliefs and actions. Cultural Humility and acceptance of ALL persons’ beliefs. Employee must be able to accept different cultures, values and beliefs to support all tribal citizens, employees and community members.
- Train to use and implement documentation software (AZZLY).
- Documentation and reporting requirements as outlined by California department of Health Care Services.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of Chemehuevi history and culture preferred.
- Experience in Red Road Curriculum, recovery culture and groups; 12 steps.
- Knowledge of substance use disorders, recovery tools and resources.
- Minimum six (6) months successful recovery. Current engagement in relapse prevention services
- Experience in substance abuse and behavioral health related fields.
- Ability to respond to clients in a calm, empathetic and professional manner while courteously directing the conversation to pertinent issues.
- Excellent organizational skills to handle individual caseload of recovery clients
- Demonstrated commitment to serving Chemehuevi Recovery members
- The applicant is required to complete the CA Peer Support Specialist training (for substance abuse and mental health) to become certified, after hire.
- Adhere to Drug-Free Workplace Policy, pre-employment drug testing required.
- Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.
- Ability to travel when required.
- Background Check.
- Ability to work flexible schedule, evenings and some weekends.
Source : Chemehuevi Tribe