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Job description
Your story. Our mission. A perfect match.
You have a place at OhioGuidestone, the state's leader in behavioral health! OhioGuidestone is the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, serving around 26,000 Ohioans each year.
Job Summary:
The Certified Peer supporter works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Manager and will be working with clients with a substance use disorder. This position is partnered with our Fairfield County OhioSTART Program with community partners.
Essential Functions:
Provide sobriety support services and inspire hope of recovery from addiction or co-occurring disorders
Upon assignment, meet with client each week, and based upon need of client; step down as appropriate with supervisor input
Educate the client on the addiction model and paths to recovery
Help expand client’s sober support network
Connect the client to needed community resources in support of their recovery
Address barriers to recovery
Provide support to maintain recovery and reduce relapse
Attend meetings, child visitation, and court hearings with client as requested by the payor
Develop a Recovery Support Plan with each recoveree
Timely and accurate documentation for all clients
Adhere to Ohio Certified Peer Supporter Code of Ethics, and maintain an active status as a member of the Recovery Community at all times
Attend supervision and training as assigned
Behave in such a manner that models success
Maintains regular and reliable attendance
Exhibits positivity, flexibility and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required
Demonstrates positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and present the Agency in the most positive light with all internal and external contacts
Performance/Physical Requirements : Work is performed in the homes of clients and in the community
English reading and writing skills required
Interacts verbally with coworkers, representatives from outside agencies, and families
Attention to detail and confidentiality required
Driver’s license with safe driving record in accordance with agency policy
Works flexible hours
Team player
Basic computer skills are required
Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required
Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter Certification required
Work and/or Volunteer experience as a Recovery Coach and knowledge of court and county resources is preferred
Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a safe driving record and valid insurance
Ability to take and pass a physical exam and drug screening
Licenses & Certifications: Required: Ohio Peer Recovery Support Certificate
Benefits include: Stable non-profit organization with 160+ year track record!
Clear career ladder for development path in various roles
Opportunity to earn monthly $$$ bonus (select clinical/therapist and BHS roles only)
Competitive medical benefits including a low-premium medical plan option for employee or employee + children!
Free CEU trainings
10 paid holidays; Some are exchangeable
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance
Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern to hire, and locations
401(k) with employer match option
Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
Mileage reimbursement
Free licensure supervision
Recognition and rewards
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At OhioGuidestone, we demonstrate positive leadership, promote a team-based work environment and a culture of belonging.
We also care about the health and safety of our employees. OhioGuidestone requires applicants to complete a pre-employment screening process upon receipt of an offer of employment. We require and cover the cost of fingerprint background screening, physical, Tuberculosis test, and drug screen after an employment offer is made. Any employment offer is contingent upon receipt of all satisfactory pre-employment screenings.
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Worksite address
lancaster, OH, 43130, US
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