- Salary
- $46k – $76k/yr
- Location
- Leesburg, VA, VA
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Senior
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
We welcome new teammates who approach their professional careers with enthusiasm and dedication to our diverse and fast-growing county. Come be a part of something that matters.
The successful candidate:
Supports effective and timely crisis interventions practices, the Senior Peer Specialist uses his/her lived experience to engage, advocate, and provide education to those experiencing a crisis. May need to contact 911 or other emergency services and/or petition the Magistrate as part of a civil commitment process. Helps individuals navigate the behavioral healthcare system. Acts a mentor to individuals in service. Provides in-service training to the ACT team about peer services. Links individuals and family members to community resources to support recovery. Provides interventions to individuals in and outside of the clinic independent of other ACT providers.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist.
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Must be fitted for N-95 (or similar) mask to safely provide on-site services as needed.
- Must be available for duty beyond normal workday as required to perform functions of position for the MHSADS department and ACT program.
- ACT operates 24/7/365 and this position includes holidays, weekends and evenings.
- This position is designated as Essential Personnel and as such, must report to work (including driving vehicles) during inclement weather, disasters, and emergencies.
- Regular work environment includes inside and outside multiple locations throughout the County, individual's homes, and/or clinics and offices.
- Work is performed dealing with crisis situations that require making decisions involving people, resources, and property.
- Must have a good driving record and a valid driver's license in Virginia or regional state of residence.