Fair Haven Community Health Care
FHCHC is a forward-thinking, dynamic, and exciting community health center that provides care for multiple generations at over 143,000 office visits in 21 locations. Overseen by a Board of Directors, the majority of whom are patients themselves, we are proud to offer a wide range of primary and specialty care services, as well as evidence-based patient programs to educate patients in healthy lifestyle choices. As we grow and are able to bring high-quality health care to more areas that need access, we continue to put our patients first in everything we do. The mission of FHCHC is “To improve the health and social well-being of the communities we serve through equitable, high quality, patient-centered care that is culturally responsive.”
For 53 years, we have been a health care leader in our community focused on providing excellent, affordable primary care to all patients, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Fair Haven is proud to have a diverse and motivated team of professionals who are constantly seeking ways to enhance and improve the health and well-being of all patients. We believe that everyone should have access to high-quality medical and dental care, regardless of ability to pay.
Job purpose
Reporting to the Director of Behavioral Health, the Peer/Recovery Specialist is responsible for providing support to individuals with substance use and/or mental health concerns. This role coordinates with FHCHC clinicians and community organizations to identify and address the needs of clients, provide intervention and support services, and assist clients in achieving therapeutic goals. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of recovery and harm reduction processes, is highly organized, and has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Duties and responsibilities
The peer/Recovery Specialist will develop and implement individualized recovery plans for clients, including goals and objectives. Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Practices a strengths-based approach to recovery and wellness
- Engages peers in collaborative and caring relationships
- Documents encounters in the electronic health record, as appropriate
- Monitors client progress and provides ongoing support and guidance
- Performs standardized screening instruments with clients, including assessment of social determinants of health
- Connects clients to appropriate community resources and services
- Provides crisis intervention and support services
- Provides education and resources to clients and families
- Facilitates weekly recovery groups
- Maintains accurate records and documentation
- Prepares and submits reports to funding agencies, as needed
- Coordinates with other professionals to ensure continuity of care
Qualifications
- Lived experience with substance use, mental health concerns, homelessness, and/or sex work
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Recovery Support Specialist training and certification is preferred
- At least one year of experience working in a recovery-oriented setting
- Demonstrated knowledge of substance use, harm reduction, and mental health services
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Direct Reports
None
American with Disabilities Requirements:
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific functions (listed within each job specific responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case by case basis.
Fair Haven Community Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FHCHC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
