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Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Peer Support Specialist III Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Medical and Patient Services Department UBHC-Technical Assistant Center Overview Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Peer Support Specialist III for the First Episode Psychosis Department within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The primary purpose of the Peer Support Specialist III is a member of a team offering person centered, culturally competent instrumental, information and emotional support either in person or by phone. The PSS III uses lived experience and basic peer support skills to engage and empower persons served to support their wellness. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Uses his/her own lived experiences with mental and/or substance use recovery as a vehicle to establish rapport and build relationships with the consumer and/or family member. Models for consumers and team good communication skills, wellness and recovery oriented coping skills, and self-help strategies. Is actively involved in the development of the consumers treatment/recovery and where applicable assists in development of wellness and recovery plans. Visits consumers in their home throughout the county as per schedule developed with supervisor. Maintains a working knowledge of available resources in the community and communicates same to team and the consumer. Advocates for resources identified as important to the consumer expressed needs and preferences. Offers insight into the experience of living with a mental and/or substance use disorders and relevant recovery supports in order to assist staff in identifying program environments and treatment approaches that are conducive to recovery. Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. FLSA Nonexempt Grade 177 Position Salary 51,230.40 Annual Minimum Salary 50190.40 Annual Mid Range Salary 51230.40 Annual Maximum Salary 52769.60 Standard Hours 40.00 Union Description Teamsters 97 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to . Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience High School diploma or equivalent required. At least three (3) years' of relevant experience. Required to have at least two years of lived experience with target population. Certifications/Licenses Must be certified or eligible for certification as a Peer Support Specialist, or Family Advocate. If not certified, documented demonstrated progress toward completion of Peer Support Certification within 12 months is required. Valid driver's license. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Applicants should be comfortable working independently and as part of a team in a collegial group environment. Be able to use a computer to record services and other basic office functions. The ability to focus on the task at hand despite numerous interruptions. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and document into an electronic medical record. Preferred Qualifications Working in social or healthcare field and or mental health capacity. Supportive counseling and/or mental health information and referral services experience. Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing. No special vision requirements. Ability to speak clearly and write proficiently. Hearing is essential. The ability to focus on the task at hand despite numerous interruptions. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and document into an electronic medical record. The employee spends much time driving, walking, standing, bending and talking with individuals served in the community located throughout the County. The employee can expect to lift up to 30 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment includes both office based services and community outreach. Individual wellness checks and crisis intervention required. Subject to unpredictable situations and individual crises, to include behavioral, medical and psychiatric. Occasionally exposed to patients exhibiting assaultive behaviors. Exposure to blood borne pathogens that require use of personal protective equipment. Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number

25ST0840

Posting Open Date Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: Rutgers University

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