Definition

Peer Support is available as a step-down from more intensive waiver services such as Community Support Program (CSP), when a CSP level of care is no longer needed. Peer support includes face-to-face interactions that are designed to promote ongoing engagement of persons covered under the waiver in addressing residual problems resulting from psychiatric and substance use disorders, and promoting the individuals strengths and abilities to continue improving socialization, recovery, self-advocacy, development of natural supports, and maintenance of community living skills. Peer support also includes communication and coordination with behavioral health services providers and others in support of the participant.

Provider Qualifications/Conditions for Participation

Certificate: Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), The Joint Commission (TJC), Council of Accreditation (COA), Medicare certified or International Center for Clubhouse Development (ICCD), or other accrediting body approved by DMHAS. DMHAS contracted providers may be reviewed for consideration.

Other Standards: The supervisor must be a licensed clinician. Successful attendance at a DMHAS approved training program and certification by Advocacy Unlimited.

Entity Responsible for Verification: DMHAS/ABH Frequency of Verification: Enrollment and every two years

Covered services

1. Peer Support services of at least 15-minutes duration provided face-to-face with the participant in his/her home and in other community settings. These services include:

Coaching and support related to:

a. Continued use of recovery skills;

b. Involvement in community activities and positive relationships with family and friends;

c. Attention to personal hygiene and appropriated dress;

d. Involvement in vocational, volunteer or educational activities;

e. Follow through on personal obligations and commitments;

f. Self advocacy during self-help, peer support and community meetings;

g. Self advocacy during meetings with providers to facilitate linkage, communication and improved continuity of care;

h. Development of natural supports;

i. Filing complaints and follow-up with proposed resolution as needed, finding resources;

2. Assisting with avoidance of:

a. Behaviors that might lead to a psychiatric crisis;

b. Risky behaviors (e.g., unprotected sex, smoking/excessive use of tobacco products, unsafe driving/driving without seatbelt, unsafe relationships, criminal activities);

c. Substance abuse;

d. Overspending;

e. Unnecessary conflict;

3. Mentoring and advice to facilitate development of effective decision making and problem solving skills;

4. Participation in waiver Recovery Plan development and quarterly Recovery Plan update meetings, if requested by the DMHAS Support Coordinator; and

5. Travel with the participant when the Peer Support provider is also engaged in a qualifying waiver service activity.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Self-determined schedule

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bristol, CT 06010: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Peer Support: 1 year (Required)
• Recovery Assistance: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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