BHGH Peer Support Specialist

Part-Time | Non-Exempt | Helena

Job Duties:  

• Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to help clients to develop a personal recovery plan and identify opportunities to provide support as clients work to achieve their recovery goals 

• Focus of duties is only for the clients at the Behavioral Health Group Home (BHGH). 

• Must self-identify as a client of mental health and/or substance abuse person in recovery of mental health 

• Listens and encourages clients to talk about their lives, struggles and goals 

• Must manage a client caseload of all the BHGH clients 

• Promotes client self-determination and decision-making 

• Coaches and supports clients who are developing the necessary skills for integration into the community 

• Advocates for clients working in recovery that are developing life skills and building confidence to attain goals 

• Interacts with referral contacts within the community 

• Links clients to resources identified within the wellness recovery plan 

• Models competency in recovery and maintaining ongoing wellness 

• Liaison with other members of the treatment team to develop an effective support system for the client 

• Monitors and supports client through regular interactions and peer support.  

• Report concerns, records progress notes on clients; incidents and calls to multidisciplinary team. 

• Assumes responsibility for the workload assigned, working independently and cooperatively with the team 

• Maintains records, reports and statistics necessary for program functioning and in accordance with Many Rivers policies 

• Must pass Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist (BHPSS) certification within one (1) months of employment 

• Must participate in peer support training consisting of one week of 40 hours of initial training, any additional provided and requested by Many Rivers, and 20 CEU’s over subsequent years 

• Clinical supervision requirement of 1 hour required for every 20 hours worked  

• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet) 

• Must have a Montana valid driver’s license, personal vehicle and current vehicle insurance, travel required. 

• Attends in-service trainings per management such as CPR, MANDT, etc. 

Minimum Qualifications:   

• GED or Highschool Diploma required 

• 1-2 years’ experience in dealing with mental illness issues and related mental health services.   

• Must have a personal recovery experience for mental health and/or substance use.   

• Must be in recovery for 2 years. 

• Without incarceration, hospitalization, or inpatient admission exceeding 72 hours in the last 2 years.   

• Must have some knowledge and experience of severe mental illness and treatment, and its impact on consumer/survivors and their families.   

• Computer skills an asset.  

• Must obtain Certification within 1 month of hired date.     

Wage: $16.50/hour

All Positions at Many Rivers Whole Health must pass Background Checks and Motor Vehicle Record Checks.

About Us: 

Since 1976, we have been dedicated to 13 counties in Montana and seek to serve a variety of both individuals and groups in all settings. We define resilience as the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress — such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems, or workplace, school place and financial stressors — alongside those of chronic, severe disabling behavioral health conditions. with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice.

We are committed to recruiting qualified employees, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of clients living in our 13 counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for clients and employer of choice for employees and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity, safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, and great work environment.  

About Helena: Helena is the capital of Montana, and a great base for adventure. There are 75 miles of trails that start in Helena for biking and hiking. Two stunning National Parks are close enough for a day trip. Closer to home, Helena is a fisherman’s dream come true as you’re based near the Missouri, Blackfoot, and Clark Fork Rivers as well as many smaller streams and tributaries. Helena offers something for those more inclined to city pleasures, too. The city features a wealth of museums, theatre, live music, food, shopping, and more. Kids of all ages can enjoy the city’s many parks, water parks, skate parks, indoor rock climbing, ice rink, and so much more.

Our Mission: Many Rivers Whole Health partners with people and communities to serve the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – by providing expertise in wellness, mental health, and substance use disorders, addressing prevention and treatment with a recovery-based approach.

Vision: To be a community based, highly respected organization known for excellence in mental health and addiction recovery services, offering compassionate, client-focused, professional support.

Our Values: Ambassador of Many Rivers, Own it, Individuals Matter, Create Joy, Embrace Change, Show Up. Step In.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Many Rivers Whole Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.