Peer Support Worker

We are seeking a Peer Support Worker!

Chillicothe, OH

Join our Team!

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community-minded, forward-thinking behavioral health organization helping people along the road to health and well-being. We meet people in their homes and communities and help connect them to the resources. We serve Southeastern and Central Ohio with a comprehensive array of behavioral health and other services, working with local partners to promote healthy people and strong communities. Our services are intended to be collaborative and personalized for the individual.

The Peer Support Worker is responsible for providing direct support to individuals participating in the Peer Support program. This role helps members identify and work toward their personal goals, assists with planned wellness and social recreational activities, and provides member transportation. The Peer Support Worker also oversees daily house operations, such as sanitation, cleanliness, and trash removal, and carries out administrative duties. In addition, the role assesses the strengths and needs of referred individuals and families and provides and coordinates employment and vocational rehabilitation services.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 to $22.26 hourly based on experience, education, and/or licensure.

Essential Functions:

• Provides Peer Support program and House Member support; including member transport.
• Performs a variety of administrative duties and assists in daily program delivery, support of wellness and social recreational activities.
• Assists in the delivery of planned activities and daily house-related services, as well as occasionally leads in the daily operational activities.
• Assists individuals in articulating and achieving their goals for positive program participation;
• Oversees daily house operational needs, including but not limited to: kitchen and bathroom sanitation, overall house cleanliness, and trash removal.
• Assesses or defines the strengths and needs of referred individuals and families.
• Directly provides and coordinates employment and vocational rehabilitation services.
• Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator or Area Manager.
• Travels within designated service area
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Licensure:

• A high school degree or GED equivalent is required
• A bachelor’s degree in a healthcare, behavioral health or related field is preferred

Experience:

• Experience working with communities is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to establish rapport while maintaining effective relationships and boundaries with House Members, staff, and the general public is required
• Knowledge of area social services available from public, private and volunteer organizations is required
• Advanced communication skills, both oral and written is required
• Ability to use appropriate databases, spreadsheets, and other software is required
• Ability to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment is required
• Advanced organizational skills are required
• Ability to maintain confidential information is required
• Ability to bill Medicaid without restrictions is required
• A valid driver's license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required
• An appropriate level of auto insurance coverage is required
• Ability to manage deadlines within a fast-paced, high-volume environment is required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer is required
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times is required

Enjoy a great work environment with an excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package.

Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• 401K w/ Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you and your family with a range of issues.

To learn more about our organization: https://ISBH.org/

OUR MISSION

Delivering exceptional care through connection

OUR VALUES

Dignity - We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hope

Collaboration - We listen to understand and ask how we can best support the people and communities we serve

Wellbeing - We celebrate one another's strengths, and we support one another in being well

Excellence - We demand high-quality care for those we serve, and are a leader in how we care for one another as a team

Innovation - We deeply value a range of perspectives and experiences, knowing it is what inspires us to stretch past where we are and reach towards what we know is possible

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals in this role, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

To learn more about our organization: https://ISBH.org/

OUR MISSION

Delivering exceptional care through connection

OUR VALUES

Dignity - We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hope

Collaboration - We listen to understand and ask how we can best support the people and communities we serve

Wellbeing - We celebrate one another's strengths, and we support one another in being well

Excellence - We demand high-quality care for those we serve, and are a leader in how we care for one another as a team

Innovation - We deeply value a range of perspectives and experiences, knowing it is what inspires us to stretch past where we are and reach towards what we know is possible

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.