Job Description

Organization Overview:

Trauma Prevention and Recovery is a Community Service Agency contracted with Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS). We focus on trauma and prevention related to domestic violence and sexual assault. We provide support services to survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault, recent or past, by connecting and supporting them in finding recovery and healing. We also assist family members and friends of those who have been assaulted or abused. By providing advocacy services and community support to all women in our community, we have created a unique program that also supports diversity and cultural awareness for all women.

We currently service most counties in the state of Arizona in person or via telehealth services when needed.

Position Overview:

The Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist has lived experience of behavioral health and/or substance use recovery and has received specialized training on how to use their experience to help others. The Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist works with individuals during their recovery journey, sharing skills, coaching, and providing support.

The Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist monitors clients, communicates and documents all occurrences, and helps to provide a safe, caring environment in which the clients can recover; they are the lead role models in helping the clients to rebuild new lives. Maintaining a positive, productive attitude, even when clients may be argumentative or non-compliant, is a must.

• Location: Chandler, AZ
• Compensation: $17-$19, depending on experience
• Position Type: Full-time
• Reports to: Site Manager
• Collaborates with: Operations Team
• Start date: TBD

Responsibilities:

• Monitor/supervise clients wherever and whenever in the presence of active program participants
• Develop and implement clinical treatment plans
• Prepare for and facilitate psychoeducational group sessions
• Assess clients for appropriate group participation
• Ensure that clients adhere to facility rules; guidance and assurance of program guidelines and requirements in community-based outings, and wherever and whenever in the presence of active program participants
• Verbally support clients as needed in times of confusion, discontent, and disappointment, helping them to understand the value of the treatment experience while maintaining appropriate boundaries; de-escalation of situations through nonviolent crisis interventions and personal commitment to their wellbeing
• Transport clients and/or staff to and from a variety of destinations at the direction and discretion of your immediate supervisor or designee in company vehicle only
• Record Keeping/Documentation – daily shift reports, client behavioral incidents and any consequences given to clients or turned in to staff, maintenance needs, forms or documents used by Power Recovery Center LLC. during a treatment episode.
• Perform inventory on office supplies and food, participate in shopping as needed; making sure all supplies are kept adequately stocked and being certain to inform appropriate parties when supplies are low
• Computer filing into electronic medical record
• Prepare rooms/units for new clients, including but not limited to laundry, bedding, sanitizing all areas and cleaning refrigerator
• Obtain clinical supervision from a licensed behavioral health professional regularly, per facility requirements
• Perform routine facility maintenance tasks as needed
• Help maintain a clean facility being sure that all trash is emptied, staff areas are kept clean and tidy, outside facility areas are kept debris free; general housekeeping as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record
• Ability to operate 15-passenger van
• Knowledge of Windows, basic email, Microsoft Word, timekeeping software, and basic computer navigational skills.
• Ability to write professional correspondence and reports
• High level of patience
• Active CPR and First Aid certification required
• Active Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Negative TB Test result within past 12 months

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Peer Recovery Support Specialist Certification

Requirements:

• Prolonged standing and/or sitting at times
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

To Apply: Please submit your resume for consideration no later than May 20th, 2023.

**PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS**

Trauma Prevention and Recovery is dedicated to equal employment opportunities in every term, condition, and privilege of employment. Trauma Prevention and Recovery prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, gender or gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by state and/or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chandler, AZ: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a negative TB Test result from within the past 12 months?
• Do you have your Peer Recovery Support Specialist Certification?

Experience:

• Peer Recovery Support: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Similar Jobs