Peer Support Specialist

Posting Details Position Information Working Title Peer Support Specialist Department Institute for Health Innovations Compensation Title Position Number ; Position Status Contract, Grant Work Schedule Part Time between 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday Hours per Week 18 Months per Year 12 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence Northern Kentucky University (NKU) seeks excellence by enriching its educational environment and culture through the diversity of its administration, faculty and staff and by embracing inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of its work. NKU is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We encourage applications by members of diverse groups and by persons with a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and experience in achieving goals relative to inclusive excellence. Purpose of Position Assist peers in articulating recovery goals and learning/practicing new skills, supporting them in their treatment and in advocating for themselves for services. Serve as a mentor to clients to promote hope and personal empowerment. Share personal recovery story to show that recovery is attainable. Exemplify recovery principles for clients. May assist with transportation, groups, behavioral health providers, MRT classes, or care coordinators and reentry specialists. Must comply with all HIPAA regulations and adhere strictly to confidentiality measures. Primary Responsibilities Mentor clients Coordinating client care Serving as healthcare advocate for client Other duties as assigned Qualifications High school diploma and 1 year of related experience. Must have passed Kentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist training and received Kentucky certification. Good data entry skills, ability to exercise discretion, and maintain confidentiality. Must possess a valid driver's license. Any candidate who is offered this position is required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. This position is not eligible for any benefits. Minimum Education High School Diploma Preferred Education High School Diploma Minimum Experience Less than 1 year Salary minimum $12.94/hour Pay Grade S63 Posting Detail Information Requisition Number 2024S1993 Job Open Date 02/07/2024 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Quick Link Is this an internal only posting? Supplemental Questions