Job description

HEALTH OUTREACH WORKER (PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST)

Must be a resident of Wyandotte County or willing to relocate within one year of date of hire.

Must apply on our website at www.wycokck.org/careers

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The Unified Government Public Health Department is seeking 2 full-time Certified Peer Support Specialist (substance use disorder) to work in the Community Health Division. The Certified Peer Support Specialist is responsible for working on a team to expand and sustain the substance use disorder program to continue to meet the needs of the Wyandotte County community. Position duties will include working one-on-one with identified clients to ensure recovery needs are met and sustained; Provide community referrals for clients with Substance Use Disorder who are seeking recovery options; Provide timely responses to community requests for assisting with getting clients embedded in local resources, including but not limited to jobs, food, housing, etc.; Keep abreast of community resources available to Wyandotte County community members experiencing substance use disorder, Provides service in a manner that is appropriate for the client’s age; demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to meet the client’s physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs. This is a grant funded position that currently has funding through January 2024, continued work beyond this time is contingent on identifying further funding.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED required, Kansas Certified Peer Mentoring Certification required or must be willing to obtain within a year of hire, a minimum of 2 years of personal lived experience in recovery from substance use disorder; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Preferred experience: Prior Certified Peer Support Specialist experience, two to four years of direct substance use disorder experience in coaching, support, and behavioral intervention. Current knowledge of local community resources for substance use disorder. Knowledge of methods, practices, and techniques used in case management. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus. This position requires a 40-hour workweek. Typical hours will be Monday – Friday but may also be required to work occasional weekend or evening events in the community. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Must be a resident of Wyandotte County or willing to relocate within one year of date of hire.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO TAKE PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL AND DRUG SCREEN.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.82 - $21.40 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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