Peer Support Specialist
- Employer
- Northern Kentucky University
- Location
- Kentucky, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Apr 29, 2022
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Position Information
Working Title Peer Support Specialist Department Institute for Health Innovations Compensation Title Position Number 30025858, 30025859, 30025860 Position Status Contract, Grant Work Schedule
Part Time between 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday Hours per Week 18 Months per Year 12 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
Northern Kentucky University ( NKU ) seeks excellence by enriching its educational environment and culture through the diversity of its administration, faculty and staff and by embracing inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of its work. NKU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We encourage applications by members of diverse groups and by persons with a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and experience in achieving goals relative to inclusive excellence.
Purpose of Position
Assist peers in articulating recovery goals and learning/practicing new skills, supporting them in their treatment and in advocating for themselves for services. Serve as a mentor to clients to promote hope and personal empowerment. Share personal recovery story to show that recovery is attainable. Exemplify recovery principles for clients. May assist with transportation, groups, behavioral health providers, MRT classes, or care coordinators and reentry specialists. Must comply with all HIPAA regulations and adhere strictly to confidentiality measures. Primary Responsibilities
Mentor clients
Coordinating client care
Serving as healthcare advocate for client
Other duties as assigned Qualifications
High school diploma and 1 year of related experience.
Must have passed Kentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist training and received Kentucky certification.
Good data entry skills, ability to exercise discretion, and maintain confidentiality. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Any candidate who is offered this position is required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. This position is not eligible for any benefits. Minimum Education High School Diploma Preferred Education High School Diploma Minimum Experience Less than 1 year Salary minimum $12.94/hour Pay Grade S63
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number 2022S1612 Job Open Date 04/29/2022 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/11802 Is this an internal only posting? Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
To create a Posting, first complete the information on this screen, then click the “Next” button or select the page in the left hand navigation menu. Proceed through all sections completing all necessary information. To submit the Posting to Human Resources, you must go to the “Posting Summary Page” by clicking on the “Next” button until you reach the Posting Summary Page or select Posting Summary Page from the left navigation menu. Once a summary page appears, hover your mouse over the orange Action button for a list of possible approval step options.
Position Information
Working Title Peer Support Specialist Department Institute for Health Innovations Compensation Title Position Number 30025858, 30025859, 30025860 Position Status Contract, Grant Work Schedule
Part Time between 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday Hours per Week 18 Months per Year 12 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence
Northern Kentucky University ( NKU ) seeks excellence by enriching its educational environment and culture through the diversity of its administration, faculty and staff and by embracing inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of its work. NKU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We encourage applications by members of diverse groups and by persons with a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and experience in achieving goals relative to inclusive excellence.
Purpose of Position
Assist peers in articulating recovery goals and learning/practicing new skills, supporting them in their treatment and in advocating for themselves for services. Serve as a mentor to clients to promote hope and personal empowerment. Share personal recovery story to show that recovery is attainable. Exemplify recovery principles for clients. May assist with transportation, groups, behavioral health providers, MRT classes, or care coordinators and reentry specialists. Must comply with all HIPAA regulations and adhere strictly to confidentiality measures. Primary Responsibilities
Mentor clients
Coordinating client care
Serving as healthcare advocate for client
Other duties as assigned Qualifications
High school diploma and 1 year of related experience.
Must have passed Kentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist training and received Kentucky certification.
Good data entry skills, ability to exercise discretion, and maintain confidentiality. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Any candidate who is offered this position is required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. This position is not eligible for any benefits. Minimum Education High School Diploma Preferred Education High School Diploma Minimum Experience Less than 1 year Salary minimum $12.94/hour Pay Grade S63
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number 2022S1612 Job Open Date 04/29/2022 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/11802 Is this an internal only posting? Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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