CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBaca Boys Cafe, 102, 4th Street Northwest, Barelas, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87102, United States
About the Role
This position serves as a vital link within the Behavioral and Mental Health department, dedicated to coordinating and providing essential services to individuals and families. The core mission is to promote rehabilitation, recovery, and resiliency by identifying personal strengths and addressing barriers that may impede independent functioning in the community.
The role involves supporting individuals and families through crisis situations and providing personalized interventions to enhance their ability to make informed, independent decisions. Patient care assignments are diverse, potentially including neonates, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric populations. The role specifically focuses on those at risk of or experiencing serious emotional, neurobiological, and behavioral disorders, severe mental illness (SMI), chronic substance abuse, and co-occurring disorders.
As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will act as a mentor to instill hope, teach symptom monitoring and management, and facilitate the development of life skills such as daily living activities, socialization, and community functioning. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to eliminate barriers to culturally competent care and assist clients in accessing community resources, financial assistance, and stable housing.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Baca Boys Cafe, 102, 4th Street Northwest, Barelas, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87102, United States
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCoordinate and provide services to promote rehabilitation, recovery, and resiliency for individuals and families
- check_circleSupport individuals and families during crisis situations with personalized interventions
- check_circleFacilitate development of life skills including daily living, coping, socialization, and money management
- check_circleAssess needs and barriers to attaining self-identified goals through ongoing client assessments
- check_circleIntervene in crisis situations and facilitate use of individual crisis management plans
- check_circleReport patient safety concerns, medical errors, and near misses in a timely manner
- check_circleCoordinate and monitor client activities, appointments, and external provider contact
- check_circleIdentify strengths and barriers to aid in developing skills for independent community functioning
- check_circleCollaborate with medical providers and multidisciplinary teams to meet treatment goals
- check_circleDocument all client encounters, submit billing documentation, and maintain comprehensive client files
- check_circleAssist clients in accessing community resources, financial assistance, and stable housing
- check_circleAssist in developing and coordinating individual service plans including crisis and recovery management
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School or GED Equivalent
- verified1 year directly related experience
- verifiedCPR for Healthcare/BLS certification within 30 days
- verifiedCertified Peer Specialist recognized in State of NM
- verifiedValid New Mexico Driver's License
- verifiedUNM Vehicle Operator's Permit within 60 days
Nice to Have
Bilingual English/Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo
Benefits & Perks
check_circleShift differentials: 17% weekday nights, 26% weekend nights, and 15% weekend dayscheck_circleSign-on bonus available
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: CPR For Healthcare, BLS, Certified Peer Specialist, New Mexico Driver's License, Unm Vehicle Operator's Permit, English, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa.
Education: High School or GED Equivalent required.
Frequently asked questions about CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST at UNM Hospital
What does a CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST at UNM Hospital do?expand_more
A CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST at UNM Hospital is responsible for the following: Coordinate and provide services to promote rehabilitation, recovery, and resiliency for individuals and families; Support individuals and families during crisis situations with personalized interventions; Facilitate development of life skills including daily living, coping, socialization, and money management; and Assess needs and barriers to attaining self-identified goals through ongoing client assessments.
What are the requirements for this CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST role?expand_more
To qualify for the CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST at UNM Hospital position, applicants should have: High School or GED Equivalent; 1 year directly related experience; CPR for Healthcare/BLS certification within 30 days; Certified Peer Specialist recognized in State of NM; Valid New Mexico Driver's License; and UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit within 60 days.
Where is the CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST role at UNM Hospital located?expand_more
CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST at UNM Hospital is based in Baca Boys Cafe, 102, 4th Street Northwest, Barelas, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87102, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
UNM Hospital has listed this CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST role?expand_more
CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST at UNM Hospital typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST role at UNM Hospital?expand_more
Key skills for CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST at UNM Hospital include CPR For Healthcare; BLS; Certified Peer Specialist; New Mexico Driver's License; Unm Vehicle Operator's Permit; English; Keres; and Tewa.
What education is required for CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST at UNM Hospital?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High School or GED Equivalent required.
What category does the CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST role belong to?expand_more
CERTIFIED PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST at UNM Hospital is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.