Mindoula Health - Peer Recovery Specialist - New Orleans, Louisiana
We are seeking a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist to support our members in Baton Rouge / New Orleans, Louisiana. This position may require some travel within the community if needed.
We would love to speak with you about joining us if:
- You are caring and compassionate, and would enjoy helping individuals facing substance-exposed living make positive changes in their lives.
- You have strong organizational skills and a talent for problem-solving.
- You are a Peer Recovery Specialist or Peer Support Specialist and have successfully participated in a recovery program.
Peer Recovery Specialists serve as role models for individuals facing substance-exposed living and are in varying phases of recovery. In this role, you would follow the Substance Use Disorder Program division of Mindoula's guidelines in planning care, assessing client needs, and completing screenings. You would also refer clients to resources as needed and coordinate with the Substance Use Disorder Program team, primary care providers, managed care organizations, and community agencies to provide quality care for our clients.
Some of the responsibilities include:
- Identifying individual member needs and documenting interventions based on relationships and assessments.
- Providing support to members through a variety of settings and assisting with support groups, as needed.
- Contributing to case management meetings to ensure a team approach is delivered for each member.
- Completing documentation for member contacts, touches, cancellations, and care plans based on organizational policies.
- Communicating professionally with members, families, physicians, community agencies, agency leadership, and office staff.
- Following chain of command in communicating concerns or recommendations.
- Responsible for achieving set goals/Key Performance Indicators (KPI's).
- Representing and promoting Mindoula and the Substance Use Disorder program through participation and interaction with community, professional organizations, and community outreach efforts.
- Participating in timely conflict resolution and treating people fairly and with respect.
- Supporting all members of the team in performance of their duties.
- Participating in any performance improvement processes and initiatives.
- Promoting responsible and ethical stewardship of Mindoula's resources.
- Maintaining excellent punctuality and attendance during work hours.
- Partnering with the enrollment team to grow the member census and identifying eligible members to enroll in the program.
- Other duties as assigned.
Apply for our Peer Recovery Specialist position today for the opportunity to join a team of professionals who are proactive in making a difference in others' lives!
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