Job purpose The Peer Specialist helps individuals who have psychiatric disabilities develop a network for information and support. A Peer Specialist can share lived experiences of recovery, share and support the use of recovery tools and model successful recovery behaviors. Qualifications • Be at least 21 years of age; • Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; • Must self-identify as present and/or former person(s)-served of mental health services; (Lived experience) • Must complete a State approved training program and pass a standardized examination. • Meet the minimum requirements to be clinically privileged by FCC Behavioral Health. Core Job Duties • Provides individual assistance to person(s)-served in assessing mental health services including accompanying person(s)-served to appointments to address medical or other health needs. • Acts as liaison/advocate between person(s)-served and community resources. • Training, coaching and supporting in daily living skills, including keeping a budget, paying bills and maintaining an independent residence. • Accompanying person(s)-served to activities in the community, if appropriate. • Following-up with person(s)-served regarding appointment, completion of forms, returning forms or receipts and other similar activities. • Maintains and improve professional competencies through in-service training and other educational responsibilities---especially related to co-occurring. • Development of self-help groups outside the agency. • Helping individuals develop skills and resources that foster success. Progress notes written accurately using the PIRP format and in compliance with the 5-Day Rule (and/or site policy). • Accurate and timely completion of group counseling and group education logs. • Ability to effectively utilize computer systems currently employed by FCC. • Maintain/improve professional competencies through training activities and/or other educational means. • Maintain awareness regarding the agency vision and assist staff in continuing motivation and empowerment. • Consistently complies with supervisory directives as it applies to enforcement of facility policies and procedures with person(s)-served. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization. • Listen to others to facilitate an open exchange of ideas and provide for effective communication. • Orally communicate information effectively and accurately. • Assure program operates within the constraints of the agency's certification (CARF, DMH) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care. • Maintain confidentiality, at all times, within the legal framework. Will adhere to established guidelines regarding confidentiality as well as the agency's adopted code of ethics. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of person(s)-served as outlined in the agency and site Policies and Procedure Manuals. • Maintain acceptable attendance record, respect break periods and work with supervisor to ensure coverage during any absence. • Exhibit a professional appearance, attitude and demeanor that reflects confidence, positive self-esteem and overall professionalism when working with person(s)-served, co-workers, families and referral sources. • Demonstrate initiative and a "can do" attitude. • Other job duties and special projects as assigned