Provide individual and/or group peer support for the people we serve
Complete documentation for peer support program per RMHC procedures
Assist the people we serve in making progress on treatment plan goals
Coordinate and refer clients to services as needed to achieve and maintain their optimal level of functioning
Act as an advocate for the people we serve
Assist the people we serve in obtaining and maintaining their benefits
Provide crisis assistance as needed
Support, assist, enable the people we serve to develop and enhance stability, competencies, personal/emotional adjustments and independent living and community skills
Attend and actively participate in weekly peer support meeting
Attend and participate in multidisciplinary employee meetings, minimum of one time per month or as required
Provide program transportation as needed
Complete continuing education training of at least 30 hours every two years in areas of mental health recovery, mental health rehabilitative services and peer support.
Follow all Federal guidelines in accordance with the Department of Labor’s statutes and laws and any other regulatory agencies
Liaison between Bois Forte and services provided by RMHC.
Other duties as assigned.

Reliable transportation to and from work
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good observation, rapid assessment, and crisis management skills
Non-judgmental attitude toward persons with disabilities/cultural differences
Ability to be flexible and to work as a team member
Good understanding of local and state mental health system
Must have a Minnesota driver's license and auto insurance
Must be at least 21 years old
Have a High School Diploma or equivalent
Have or have had a primary diagnosis of mental illness
Be willing to share their experience with recovery
Successfully completed the Department approved Certified Peer Specialist training and certification exam
Be felony free for at least one year, have no active order for protections, and pass the required background check
One year freedom of chemical usage problems
Philosophical approach consistent with Range Mental Health Center’s mission

Peer Support Specialist, Level I

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