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Overview Position: Peer Support Specialist I Employer: RI International Location: Crisis - Recovery Response Center; Peoria, AZ Shift Details: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday | 7:00pm - 7:30am Salary/Hourly Wage: $16.25 - $17.00/hour Job Type: Full-Time / Non-Exempt Summary of Job The Peer Support Specialist I provides support and recovery training to individuals receiving services. The Peer Support Specialist I also assists in implementing/creating a recovery environment and acts as an advocate for the needs and rights of every individual. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Guest Care & Advocacy: Provides peer support to engage individuals in a recovery partnership and assists in identifying participant’s hopes and dreams and the solutions they are seeking. Teaches recovery and life skills using recovery tools. Models hope, personal responsibility and self-advocacy to demonstrate how recovery goals can be respectfully met and how a belief in self is maintained. Assists in developing natural supports and community living. Cultivates connectedness in the person’s life (self, others, the environment, and to meaning and purpose). Compliance & Risk Management: Completes clinical documentation as required; keeps abreast of all federal and state regulations and Recovery Innovations policies and procedures; adheres to Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policies. Cross Functional Collaboration: Coordinates with the individual’s clinical team and other supports to arrange services or resources to help the individual achieve their goals. Additional Duties: Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education/Licenses: Successful completion of Peer Employment Training; Certification as a Peer Support Specialist required. High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience: Lived experience requiring mental health and/or substance use services. Skills: Basic computer skills; ability to teach/train recovery information and tools; effective communication skills; must be able to pass de-escalation training as defined by state requirements. Driving Requirements: If driving is required, must meet Recovery Innovations driving policy; non-driver Attestation if not qualified to drive. Miscellaneous: Must be at least 18 years old (or as per state regulations); travel required based on business need; maintain confidentiality (HIPAA). Background & Clearance: Must pass background check (seven-year), substance abuse testing/tuberculous testing if applicable, fingerprinting clearance, education verification, and motor vehicle record checks when driving is required. A Direct Service Competency Checklist must be completed as part of the new hire onboarding process. Benefits and Equal Opportunity RI is committed to equitable employment opportunities. We provide a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, mental health resources and wellness programs, retirement plan with company matching, generous paid time off, and opportunities for professional development. We support a diverse and inclusive environment and are a second-chance employer; accommodations are available during the application process. About the role These benefits and perks may vary depending on employment type and location. The wage range reflects factors such as skills, experience, and licensure, and is not adjusted for geographic differences. EEO and Addenda Recovery Innovations is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected status. If you need accommodations, request via the Accommodation form. Job Status and Related Listings Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Mental Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr RI International

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