Peer Support Specialist (Day One Center)

MISSION STATEMENT:

We say yes to people seeking help for addiction and mental health. We create pathways to recovery and purpose. We provide the right service at the right time, delivered by people with lived experience. We transform behavioral health systems through innovation, creativity and collaboration.

Job Description:

The Day One Peer Support Specialist is responsible for role modeling overall wellness and
mentoring to all individuals who receive services at Day One. This position works directly with
clients to model recovery and holds a strong belief that all people can recover from addiction and
obtain happiness. The Peer Support Specialist will role model being an advocate in the recovery
community and participate in community activities seeking out opportunities to share their story.
They work directly with client, family, sponsors and community supports to remove barriers,
address relapse triggers, and re-build fractures to positive relationships.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide family members with information on support resources available through groups
and organizations in the state of Alaska

Assist, when appropriate, family members and others to understand possible warning
signs and triggers, appropriate supportive responses, wellness measures, and the overall
recovery process

Assist recovering individuals to have their voices fully heard

Support individuals in identifying their areas of need for treatment services and to
communicate these needs to provider staff

Provide Crisis Support when needed

Assist individuals in utilizing resources to help them become more independent (e.g.
public transportation, support groups, using computers, obtain library card, training,
vocational services, education, finances, health and wellness, etc.)

Assist individuals in identifying barriers to their recovery, and develop strategies to
overcome them

Provide education and advocacy within the community that promotes awareness
of mental health, serious emotional disturbance, OUD and co-occurring disorders, and
reduces barriers such as stigma and misconceptions

Maintain a working relationship with all community partner agencies

Assist individuals in developing and utilizing natural supports and resources in the
community (e.g. support groups, making friends, spiritual support, etc.)

Work with peers and staff to identify community supports and help
individuals understand how to utilize these resources in their recovery

Preform related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required

Ability to obtain Peer Support Certification with the State of Alaska within 3 years of hire date.

Demonstrate a healthy lifestyle and has the ability to share their recovery story

Strong Understanding of community recourses and referral agencies

If in recovery must be in remission for ONE year and working a program of recovery

CPR/First Aid/AED certified or able to obtain within 90 days of hire

Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory state and federal background check

Must have a valid Alaska’s Driver’s License and insurable under True Norths Vehicle insurance

PERFERED SKILLS

Two years’ experience working with individuals in substance – use related field

Two years’ experience providing peer support services

Working knowledge of Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care

Oral and written communication skills

Ability to prioritize and schedule work

knowledge of health and safety regulations

Working knowledge of HIPPA

Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

Ability to work independently and seek supervision appropriately

COMPETENCIES

Understanding of Trauma Informed Care

Understanding of addiction and recovery

Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and initiative

Demonstrate positive work ethic and organization skills

Exercise good judgment

FULL TIME BENEFITS

ICHRA Coverage for Employee Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement (Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement)

401K Plan - 100% Match Up To 5%

Life & ADD Insurance Policy 100% covered by employer

Vision and Dental Policy 90% covered by employer

10 Paid Holidays a Year

Paid Time Off Accrual

Paid Training and Credentialing

Short term and long-term disability

Monthly cash stipend

Supplemental benefits including: critical illness insurance, accident insurance and hospital indemnity

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role is primarily performed in an office building with standard office environment and controlled temperatures.  When working outdoors or at a job site the employee may be exposed to construction equipment or other moving objects/equipment, reference job site specifics.  The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk/hear, see, read, and personally interact with others.

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