Peer Support Advocate (Part-Time)

pspan style="color: #ff9900;"strongBecome a champion of hope./strong/span/p pAt Rosecrance, we’ve been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence-based therapies. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re ready to welcome you! We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery./p pstrongPosition Summary/strong/p p Participate as a team member in the delivery of behavioral health outpatient treatment services to union trade workers and their families, and facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations. Support continuity of program services in an ethical, legal, and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards./p pstrong Qualifications:/strong/p p• High School diploma or GED and participation in the Peer Recovery Training Program/p p• Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or become certified within 24 months of employment/p p• Demonstrated deep understanding of the emotional, psychological, and practical aspects of navigating mental health and wellness/p p• Ability to coordinate and present lectures for clients, parents, and community resources/p p• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements as required/p p• Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance/p p /p pstrongResponsibilities:/strong/p p1. Adhere to prescribed work hours set by leadership, and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned./p p2. Navigate and assist individuals transitioning between treatment programs and levels of care./p p3. Provide one-on-one and group support to union trade workers experiencing emotional distress, trauma or mental health concerns, and other individuals as appropriate./p p4. Use lived experience and empathy to build trust and support./p p5. Serve as an advocate for mental health and wellness within the union trade worker community./p p6. Offer crisis intervention and emotional support during difficult or traumatic events, ensuring the individual feels heard, respected, and understood./p p7. Connect individuals with appropriate mental health services, substance use programs, therapy, counseling, or other community resources as needed./p p8. Assist union trade workers in developing coping strategies and resilience techniques to manage stress./p p9. Contribute as a partner in the design, implementation, and evaluation of treatment solutions /p p10. Provide appropriate behavioral interventions and advocacy for individuals with behavioral health disorders/p p11. Provide peer crisis support in partnership with other team members./p p12. Deliver peer education regarding behavioral health treatment./p p13. Facilitate peer-led groups. /p p14. Recruit peer mentors to provide support union trade workers clients and programs/p p15. Observe and support outpatient group programming/p p16. Serve as a member of the treatment team and participate in team meetings and activities./p p17. Understand and comply with all the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct./p p18. Perform all responsibilities in compliance with the mission, vision, values, and expectations of Rosecrance./p p19. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer./p p20. Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance./p p21. Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by leadership./p pstrongSchedule:span /span/strong /p ul listrongHours:span 20-25 hours/week. Flexible times between 8:30am-8:00pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday/span/strong/li /ul pstrongWork Location:/strongspan /spanRosecrance Northwest Office- Dyer, IN/p pWork Mode: Onsite/p pstrongCompensation Rewards/strong/p p· Starting Pay(based on education, experience, and credentials)/p ul liStarting Rate: span style="background-color: #ffffff;"$22.31 per hour /span/li /ul pstrongOur Benefits/strong/p pRosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:/p p· Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your needs)/p p· 401(k) with employer match discretionary contribution/p p· Group Life Insurance, LTD and ADD/p p· Tuition assistance licensure/certification reimbursement/p p· Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave/p p· Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!/p p· Wellness program, including an on-site gym at select facilities/p p· Discounts at participating retailers/p p· Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility/p pstrongWho We Are/strong/p pRosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and transform lives./p pWe are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope./p pstrongOur Health and Safety Commitment/strong/p pWe maintain a zero-tolerance drug-free environment, including marijuana, to prioritize safety for staff and clients. All candidates must pass an occupational health screening, ensuring a secure and healthy workplace./p pstrongEqual Employment Opportunity/strong/p pRosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability,/p pmarital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the requirements of the position./p pstrongOur Partnerships/strong/p p· AARP Employer Pledge Program/p p· MSEP (Military Spouse Employment Partnership)./p