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Peer Specialist

Job purpose 

The Peer Specialist helps individuals who have psychiatric disabilities develop a network for information and support. A Peer Specialist can share lived experiences of recovery, share and support the use of recovery tools and model successful recovery behaviors.

Qualifications 

• Be at least 21 years of age; 
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent;
• Must self-identify as present and/or former person(s)-served of mental health services; (Lived experience)
• Must complete a State approved training program and pass a standardized examination.
• Meet the minimum requirements to be clinically privileged by FCC Behavioral Health. 

Core Job Duties 

• Provides individual assistance to person(s)-served in assessing mental health services including accompanying person(s)-served to appointments to address medical or other health needs.
• Acts as liaison/advocate between person(s)-served and community resources.
• Training, coaching and supporting in daily living skills, including keeping a budget, paying bills and maintaining an independent residence.
• Accompanying person(s)-served to activities in the community, if appropriate.
• Following-up with person(s)-served regarding appointment, completion of forms, returning forms or receipts and other similar activities. 
• Maintains and improve professional competencies through in-service training and other educational responsibilities---especially related to co-occurring.
• Development of self-help groups outside the agency. 
• Helping individuals develop skills and resources that foster success. Progress notes written accurately using the PIRP format and in compliance with the 5-Day Rule (and/or site policy).
• Accurate and timely completion of group counseling and group education logs.
• Ability to effectively utilize computer systems currently employed by FCC.
• Maintain/improve professional competencies through training activities and/or other educational means.
• Maintain awareness regarding the agency vision and assist staff in continuing motivation and empowerment.
• Consistently complies with supervisory directives as it applies to enforcement of facility policies and procedures with person(s)-served. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Listen to others to facilitate an open exchange of ideas and provide for effective communication. 
• Orally communicate information effectively and accurately. 
• Assure program operates within the constraints of the agency's certification (CARF, DMH) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care. 
• Maintain confidentiality, at all times, within the legal framework. Will adhere to established guidelines regarding confidentiality as well as the agency's adopted code of ethics.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of person(s)-served as outlined in the agency and site Policies and Procedure Manuals.
• Maintain acceptable attendance record, respect break periods and work with supervisor to ensure coverage during any absence. 
• Exhibit a professional appearance, attitude and demeanor that reflects confidence, positive self-esteem and overall professionalism when working with person(s)-served, co-workers, families and referral sources. 
• Demonstrate initiative and a "can do" attitude. 
• Other job duties and special projects as assigned. 

Driver

Job Purpose 

The Transportation Driver transports passengers in agency vans/vehicles over specified routes and/or distant points, according to time schedule, in a safe and professional manner. Drivers will be responsible for keeping the vehicles and equipment maintained, ensuring that the vehicle has all the necessary supplies, completion of shift forms and maintaining FCCBH’s professional code of ethics. 

Qualifications 

• Must possess a valid Class “E” Chauffeurs Licenses 
• Minimum one (1) year related experience or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. 
• Must be able to work flexible hours, as needed. 

Core Job Duties 

• Must maintain a safe driving record. 
• Conducts monthly vehicle inspections for assigned agency vans/vehicles. 
• Completion of daily pre-trip inspections to include checking of gas, oil, and water prior to departure to ensure passenger comfort and safety. 
• Ensures that assigned vehicles are exceptionally clean, inside and out, at all times. 
• Makes basic maintenance repairs and tire changes as needed and when possible.
• Maintains awareness of maintenance schedule for assigned vehicle. Always meets schedule. Works with garage to maintain efficiency in scheduling.
• Reports all preventable/unpreventable accidents and incidents in a timely and appropriate manner. 
• Always utilizes defensive driving techniques. Multiple observations practicing safe and defensive driving procedures. 
• Transports passengers in a safe and professional manner at all times. 
• Assist passengers with walkers/wheelchairs and assist them when entering and exiting the vehicle as needed. 
• Regulates heating and ventilating systems for passenger comfort. 
• Complies with local and state traffic regulations. 
• Reports route delays to supervisor in a timely manner. 
• Capable of understanding directions and the ability to use I-pads accurately. 
• Orally communicate information effectively and accurately. Ø Assure program operates within the constraints of the agency’s certification (CARF, DMH) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care. 
• Abide by program and agency policies and procedures. 
• Other job duties and special projects as assigned.