Certified Peer Specialist

Company: COMHAR INC
Location: Walnutport
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Description
At COMHAR, we understand the complexities of mental health treatment and strive to meet individual needs wherever they may be. We offer an array of services for children, adults, and seniors, ranging from outpatient therapy and community-based services through day programs to 24/7 residential supports.
Reports to-Assistant Program Director, LTSR
Department-Long Term Structured Residences (LTSR)

Completes resident "rounds" as assigned to ensure that all individuals in recovery are safe and in their expected locations.
Timely reporting of all crises and unusual incidents to Shift Supervisor, Nurse Manager, and/or LTSR Director (Immediately if indicated; otherwise within 24 hours).
Assists in the development and implementation of educational and support groups, program activities, and other programming aspects as needed.
Completes detailed documentation for individuals in their clinical records and in other areas as directed. Documentation should be timely, legible, and provide an accurate depiction of progress, challenges, medical status, etc. Satisfies compliance with regulations regarding record keeping and reporting.
Co-facilitates meetings to nurture a peer-supported culture via community meetings and other peer-run initiatives.


Requirements
Requirements:

HS/GED, CPS Certification, Associate's Degree preferred

***Effective October 15, 2021, all employees/contractors/interns/volunteers are required to provide our office with proof of COVID vaccination.
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We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace. COMHAR, Inc. is a not-for-profit community-based health and human service organization founded in 1975. We do not discriminate in services or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, past or present receipt of disability-related services or supports, marital status, veteran status, or any other class of persons protected by federal, state or local law.PI183229420

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