Peer Support Professional - Goshen

$33,488 - $33,488/Yr

Oaklawn - Goshen, IN

Full-time - Entry Level

Goshen, IN

501-1,000 employees

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Peer Support Professional at Oaklawn plays a crucial role in providing support to individuals facing mental health and addiction challenges. This position emphasizes the importance of lived experience in recovery, allowing professionals to connect authentically with clients. The role involves engaging clients early in their treatment journey, advocating for their needs, and helping them access essential resources and services. The Peer Support Professional is an integral part of the treatment team, contributing to the overall recovery process and fostering hope among clients.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients early in treatment
• Connect clients with counseling, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and inpatient detox facilities
• Schedule appointments at Oaklawn or other providers and assist with transportation
• Help clients access resources such as jobs, safe housing, health insurance, and recovery support
• Develop a personal recovery plan for clients
• Provide guidance on the recovery process and education about recovery
• Advocate for the client's needs
• Provide outreach in the community
• Inspire hope that individuals can and do recover

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED required
• Must have a valid driver's license and proof of insurance
• Lived experience required

Benefits

• Full benefits package
• Career advancement opportunities
• Starting rate of $16.10/hr
• Earn PTO from the first day
• Work-life balance
• Employee assistance program
• Regular supervision to grow clinical/professional skills