Recovery Peer Support Specialist / Case Manager

Recovery Peer Support Specialist / Case Manager

• Sunday -
• Wednesday 10:00AM - 9:00PM

Valley Hope of Grapevine has an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Peer Support Specialist / Case Manager to join our dedicated and passionate team!

Valley Hope restores lives affected by addiction and supports lifelong recovery. At Valley Hope, our mission comes to life through our core values of Character, Compassion, and Commitment. Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact, conquering addiction one patient and family at a time? If so, Valley Hope welcomes you!

Valley Hope of Grapevine, located between Dallas and Fort Worth, provides healing residential and outpatient drug and alcohol addiction treatment services.

Our work is mission-driven, supported by a strong culture of teamwork and a compassionate environment that is the foundation of the Valley Hope organization.

Education & experience

Required

• One (1) plus years of experience in a similar position and/or healthcare environment.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
• CPR Certification

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, education or social work.
• Be state specific certified in Peer Support, or complete certification within three (3) months of employment.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in recovery.
• Be a United States veteran and provide proper documentation.
• Knowledge of veteran issues, local and national resources, along with some basic understanding of mental illness and substance use disorders.

Compensation

• Starting base pay up $22 - $26/hr. based on experience and education
• Additional $9.50 per hour for each weekend day worked (Sat and Sun)

Benefits

• Medical coverage — Valley Hope pays up to 85% of premiums
• Dental & vision plans at competitive rates
• Up to 27 days of PTO (based on position and tenure)
• 8 paid holidays (including a personal day)
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition assistance to grow your career
• Student loan repayment support
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• HSA & FSA options to manage healthcare costs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for added support
• And more perks designed with you in mind!

Job summary

• Works under the supervision and direction of the Program Director.
• Plans and assists with the implementation of continuing care for assigned patients.
• Facilitates patient rehabilitation group sessions.
• Identifies needed recovery resources for housing, education, vocational development, mental health, community support groups and medical care; provides assistance to patients in accessing those resources.
• Provides education regarding substance use disorders, mental illness and prevention to patients, family members, and significant others.
• Works with all relevant and interested external parties including family members, agencies, managed care organizations, and insurance companies.
• Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Completes all clinical documentation including discharge materials in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicates with onsite supervisor about daily job duties and supervisory direction provided.
• Communicates with clinical supervisors, clinical staff, and medical staff regarding patients’ treatment and status.
• Logs all supervision as per state requirements.

Work environment

• Residential treatment facility setting; requires walking throughout the facility.
• Direct contact with patients.