Peer Support Specialist-Case Manager (Post Overdose Response Team -PORT)]

Job Description

Job Description

At Coastal Horizons , our mission is to provide a continuum of professional services to promote healthier lives, stronger families, and safer communities. We are currently seeking a motivated and passionate Peer Support Specialist-Case Manager serving on the Post Overdose Response Team (PORT) team. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we invite you to explore the exciting positions available with us.

Job Title: Peer Support Specialist-Case Manager [Post Overdose Response Team (PORT)

Location: On-site, Rocky Point, NC- Pender County

Schedule: 6:30am-3:30pm

Hours: Full Time, Exempt

JOB POSTING:

The position of Peer Support Specialist - Case Manager (PSSCM) is an integral part of the Coastal Horizons Post Overdose Response Team approach to integrated care for overdose survivors, and others close to them, to get them into treatment and safety. Duties include making connections with EMT, Harm Reduction, Sober Living facilities, as well as other community partners to develop a relationship to further advance the program. The Peer Support Specialist will provide recovery-based support for Coastal Horizons Post Overdose Response Team (PORT) to assist those who have had a recent overdose or are at risk of an overdose in accessing treatment or harm reduction services. The Peer Support Specialist is an integral part of Coastal Horizons Center’s team approach to integrated care for behavioral health and medical care. The Peer Specialist works with clients referred for this program in accessing and utilizing treatment, mental health, and health care resources due to their addiction and risk of overdose and/or death. Their role is to improve positive client outcomes through linking clients to medication management, coordinating care, educating clients, positive role modeling, building trust between clients and their clinical and medical practitioners, supporting and connecting them to community recovery programs, and enhancing communication and the continuity of care. They will teach, mentor and monitor clients on issues relevant to their care. Clients will include those identified by the Coastal Horizons Center Treatment program, Community Paramedics, Hospital, LEAD, CoC clients, or other community partners.

The PORT PSSCM utilizes their own history and lived experience to assist those referred to the PORT program to remove barriers to accessing community resources including: treatment for addiction, mental health, or other areas needed for an individual to gain stability. PORT PSSCM conducts outreach to adult overdose survivors in a variety of locations which include a person’s home, outside on the streets, homeless encampments, and restaurants to reduce barriers for treatment. PORT PSSCM makes connections with EMS, local shelters, community partners, to develop a relationship to further advance the program. PORT PSSCM provides direct services to the most vulnerable, underserved adults who have recently overdosed or are at risk of overdose.

Qualifications / Skills:

Personal history of lived addiction/recovery and as consumer of behavioral health services preferred, or experience/demonstrated knowledge of care and wellness plan coordination, in addition to local resources. Two (2) years of recovery with mental health or substance use required. PSS Certification/WRAP Preferred.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

Case Management – Promotes consumer engagement in therapy with clinicians, engagement with psychiatric appointments, involvement and engagement with wellness services, and engagement with primary care. Outreach to clients and their family members who have been referred by partners and/or Coastal Horizon staff who have recently had an overdose. PSSCM will actively work to connect those who have had an overdose or are at risk of an overdose to treatment or harm reduction services. Links clients to needed community resources including but not limited to the socioeconomic needs of the clients; food, (DSS and local food pantries); medications including drop off, pick up, and distribution; coordinates client access to HIV/HCV testing; recovery support programs; clothing; information for their physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs; and information on continuing their education, and developing better job marketable skills. Coordinates and provides transportation for clients as needed. Creates and adapts objectives to overcome barriers to good mental and physical health based on the needs of, and with input from, clients. Manages continuity of care for individuals while they receive PORT services. Creates and adapts objectives to overcome barriers to treatment based on needs of, and with input from, clients.

Maintains and develops relationships and contacts with community groups, institutions, and agencies; coordinates the service efforts between community agencies and Coastal Horizons Center for clients. Maintains client records in appropriate data bases to document and track client flow throughout initial screening, placement, monitoring, discharge, and aftercare to maintain complete required reports.

Community Outreach related duties : Spends time in the community outreaching to individuals and groups that may have connections with individuals who have overdosed. Attends outreach activities and educates those in attendance about service options for those who have had an overdose.

Staff Development : Staff training and development.

Other : Tasks and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor and consistent with employee skills and knowledge.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Educational loan repayment programs & Career growth
• Retirement savings plan/401K
• Paid time off programs, rollover hours, 14 paid holidays
• Employee engagement activities, resource groups, and diversity events

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter through our Careers Page. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected].

We look forward to reviewing your application!

EEO STATEMENT

Coastal Horizons is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.