Full Time Certified Peer Support Specialist - Hammond (Northshore) Job at NAMI St. Tammany
NAMI St. Tammany is currently hiring a full-time Certified Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to educate and provide clients, family members, and others with information on available behavioral health and substance abuse tools and resources through vending machine services.
PSS will offer support, assistance, and resources when necessary.
Responsibilities include:
- Connecting clients to appropriate resources and services
- Maintain contents of vending machines (including free toiletries, harm reduction supplies) and connect with peers utilizing vending machine
- Attend trainings and meetings arranged by the Office of Behavioral Health regarding vending machines
- Assist in maintaining resources related to the vending machines by direction of OBH
- Maintain Narcan distribution
- Works with recovery coordinator to collect and maintains records related to Narcan distribution
- Work with community agencies to link peers to wrap around services as needed and attend community events to provide information about vending services
- Promote the use of recovery language through modeling and education
- Educate person served on mental illness and substance abuse treatment options and other available resources
The ideal candidate will hold a Peer Support Specialist Certification with a minimum 1 year of work experience and high school diploma.
Requirements include:
- Peer Support Specialist Certification
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 year previous work experience
- Valid Driver's License and auto insurance
- Experience working with individuals with severe mental health and/or substance use disorder
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hammond, LA 70401: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- Peer Support Specialist Certification (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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