Peer Recovery Specialist

Description

Are you passionate about making a real impact in the lives of individuals facing mental health crises? Do you thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments where no two days are the same? We are looking for a Peer Recovery Specialist Mobile Crisis Responder Level 1 to join our dedicated Mobile Crisis Response Team. This is your chance to be part of a mission-driven organization that values trauma-informed care, health, and wellness.

Some Key Duties

• Provide compassionate in-person and telehealth crisis support.
• Develop and implement crisis/safety plans to help individuals maintain stability in the community.
• Collaborate with families, community partners, and referral sources like the NorthCare Crisis Line and 988 dispatch.
• Advocate for individuals, empowering them to achieve their recovery goals.
• Offer timely follow-up care to ensure long-term stabilization and success.
• Mentor and teach the value of lived recovery experiences to individuals navigating mental health challenges.
  
  

Schedule: Day shift- 1 weekend day and 2.5 weekdays

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive salary
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off to include PTO and Annual FLOAT leave
• Retirement 403(b) with employer contribution (no employee match required)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and trainings
• Medical, dental and vision insurance options including VarietyCare Advantage rates/discounts and ZERO Card benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care and Dependent Care Expenses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Urban Sitter
• Holiday saving club
• Verizon Cellular plan discount
• Gym Membership Discounts (YMCA, Planet Fitness, Crunch Fitness
• Cell Phone Stipend
• Mileage Reimbursement
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Eligible for ODMHSAS Peer Recovery Support Specialist Certification (annual continuing education required). Wellness Coach Certification is a plus!
• At least 1 year of behavioral health crisis experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office and intermediate computer skills, along with strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• A high degree of adaptability and efficiency to meet the demands of a 24/7 crisis response team.
• CPR, First Aid, and Therapeutic Options certifications (or obtained within 30 days of hire).
• Reliable transportation with a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and automobile liability insurance, including uninsured motorist coverage.
• Local travel required.
• Ability to meet NorthCare’s training requirements and adhere to CARF, DMHSAS, Medicaid, and HCA standards.
• Starting salary for this position is guided by experience, education, certification(s), and the ability to perform the assigned tasks
  
  

This is a community-based role requiring travel and a high degree of autonomy. As an essential worker, you may occasionally work holidays, weekends, or during office closures.

If you’re ready to be a force for good in your community and help others navigate their recovery journey, apply now to join the Mobile Crisis Response Team. Together, we can build stronger, healthier communities one life at a time.

NorthCare/VarietyCare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.