Job Information
State of Minnesota Peer Specialist in Anoka, Minnesota
Working Title: Peer Specialist
Job Class: Peer Specialist
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 77746
Location : Anoka
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/19/2024
Closing Date : 07/03/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Anoka Metro Trt Ctr AFSCME
Division/Unit : Mental Health&SubsAbuseTrtSvcs / CARE Anoka Pgm Couns
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8am-4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $19.57 - $25.32 / hourly; $40,862 - $52,868 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
Work Area : CARE Anoka Pgm Couns
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Candidates may be eligible for hiring bonus up to $2,500!
Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE) in Anoka, MN is seeking a talented, mission driven, person-centered Certified Peer Recovery Specialist to join our team and make a difference in the lives of others. CARE specializes in providing residential treatment services for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders. All services are person-centered, building on the individual's interests and capacity for growth, leading to a lifelong process of recovery. Don't miss this excellent opportunity to be part of a great team!
Responsibilities Include:
Provides support to clients in accordance with the treatment plan and guidance from clinicians.
Implement strategies to inspire, encourage, motivate, and instruct clients through relapse prevention and recovery.
Lead and engage in sober leisure and independent living skills activities with clients.
Assist with transitional activities as part of aftercare planning and discharge, including transportation.
Attend appointments and other community-based activities with the client to support recovery.
Assist with accessing resources to obtain housing, employment, education and advocacy services
Assists in maintaining a safe, drug free, therapeutic environment.
Minimum Qualifications
A recovery peer must:
Have a high school diploma or its equivalent; AND
Have a minimum of one year in recovery from substance use disorder; AND
Hold a current credential from the Minnesota Certification Board, the Upper Midwest Indian Council on Addictive Disorders, or the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors. An individual may also receive a credential from a tribal nation when providing peer recovery support services in a tribally licensed program. The credential must demonstrate skills and training in the domains of ethics and boundaries, advocacy, mentoring and education, and recovery and wellness support; AND
Receive ongoing supervision in areas specific to the domains of the recovery peer's role by an alcohol and drug counselor.
Additional Requirements
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.