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UnityPoint Health - Waterloo, IA
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The Peer Support Specialist - Integrated Health Home at UnityPoint Health is responsible for providing support services to adults with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) through a patient-centered approach. This role emphasizes the importance of integrated care, helping members in their recovery process while serving as an advocate. The specialist will utilize problem-solving techniques, teach coping skills, and facilitate recovery dialogues to empower members in achieving their personal health goals.
Responsibilities
- Utilizes and teaches problem-solving techniques with individuals and groups.
- Teaches consumers how to identify and combat negative self-talk and overcome fears.
- Teaches and role models the value of every individual's recovery experience.
- Leads and teaches consumers how to facilitate recovery dialogues and/or self-management plans.
- Documents services using the Center's Electronic Health Record and other Provider Portals as required.
- Completes health assessments and other requirements outlined by funders.
- Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
- Participates in meeting performance measures and continuous quality improvement activities, including data collection, tracking, and analysis.
- Adheres to all policies and procedures set forth by UnityPoint Health and other funding sources.
- Accomplishes all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
- Develops and assists with monitoring care coordination plans.
- Promotes patient's health and ensures that all personal health goals are included in person-centered care management plans.
- Conducts home visits, contacts members by phone, and attends meetings related to enrolled members.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Lived experience with a serious mental illness with demonstrated stability in recovery.
- Valid driver's license
- Complete Peer Support Training
- Write, read, comprehend, and speak fluent English.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in working with adults with mental illness.
- Certified as a Peer Support Specialist or Peer Recovery Specialist through the Iowa Board of Certification.
- Knowledge of community resources.
Benefits
- Competitive Total Rewards program with benefits options that align with your needs and priorities.
- Commitment to team members and a culture guided by values and doing what's right.
- Support and development opportunities for a remarkable employment experience.
