Mental Health Coordinator/Peer Specialist I
Company: Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Executive Office of
Location: Worcester
Posted on: May 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Description The Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a
dynamic human services candidate who will provide Peer Specialist
services to the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH)
Inpatient Units for adults who have a psychiatric diagnosis in a
manner that focuses on peer support and accompaniment in the
process of developing of life goals.
The selected candidate uses personal experiences of recovery in a
professional capacity to promote hope for a life outside of the
framework of mental health services and to support learning about
the process of recovery. The Peer Specialist fosters a
person-centered approach when providing services and supports the
development and implementation of a person-centered treatment plan.
In this role, the selected candidate will champion, and support
recovery and resiliency guided by established and emerging
principles in the field, such as those found in Substance Abuse and
Mental Health Services Administrations (SAMHSA) ten (10)
fundamental components of recovery and the Massachusetts Certified
Peer Specialist Code of Ethics.
Please Note: The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 8:30
a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Per the minimum entrance requirements applicants
must be certified as a Peer Specialist by a recognized Certified
Specialist Program.
Duties and Responsibilities (These duties and responsibilities are
not all inclusive):
Provides advocacy, support, education, information and training in
recovery tools and techniques to persons served by Department of
Mental Health.
Develops and facilitates recovery and rehabilitation groups
including, but not limited to, peer support, peer education,
advocacy, Wellness Recovery Action Program (WRAP), social and
independent living skills and vocational training.
Collaborates with individuals to develop goals considering needs,
strengths, and interests and barriers.
Supports the development of self-advocacy skills and other
strategies that promote recovery to persons served to support their
recovery process through teaching and modeling these skills.
Provides services and opportunities that promote continuity of
care, community integration and an environment that facilitates
recovery.
Promotes teamwork by demonstrating flexibility, the ability to
listen to the views of others, to compromise, to handle conflict
and stay focused on a positive outcome.
Champions the maintaining of a safe environment for patients and
staff at all times.
Complies with all applicable state and federal laws including the
Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations
which governs the privacy and confidentiality of information about
patients.
Conducts self in a professional manner at all times and works
cooperatively with staff from all disciplines.
Required Qualifications:
Knowledge of the principles and practice of rehabilitation as it
relates to people with a psychiatric diagnosis and people with dual
diagnoses.
Demonstrated skills with populations who have a psychiatric
diagnosis.
Ability to design and evaluate assigned program curriculum.
Capacity to order and maintain sufficient supplies for assigned
program in a timely manner.
Talent for supporting people in exploring and establishing life
goals.
Skilled in interacting with people of any age or with any diagnosis
as well as staff in a professional and effective manner.
Proven ability to lead exercises in group leadership and provide
training.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in general
for rehab activities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated understanding of recovery concepts and practices that
facilitate the recovery of persons with a psychiatric
diagnosis.
Experience with peer support groups, workshops, or trainings.
Given the population we serve, bilingual or multilingual
fluency
About Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WHRC):
Located on over 100 acres in Worcester, Massachusetts, Worcester
Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) is part of an integrated
network of effective, efficient and culturally competent mental
health services. It provides intermediate and long-term inpatient
care for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness who
live in Massachusetts, as well as individuals requiring specialized
court ordered evaluations.
WRCH provides inpatient services to 290 adults, inclusive of a Deaf
Inpatient Mental Health Service, and 30 adolescents on the
ACCU.
DMH Mission Statement:
The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to
services and supports to meet the mental health needs of
individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and
participate in their communities. The Department establishes
standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to
promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes
self-determination, protects human rights and supports mental
health training and research.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered
an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall
value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a
work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your
future.
Want the specifics?
Pre-Hire Process:
A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended
candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive
Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being
hired. For more information, please visit
Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in
accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring
Guidelines.
Education and license/certification information provided by the
selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public
Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.
If you require assistance with the application/interview process
and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the
link and complete the
For additional information, please call Karen Gouin, Human
Resources at (508) 368-3406 or at Karen.Gouin2@mass.go
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply
within the first 14 days.
Minimum entrance requirements:
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent AND Peer
certification through a recognized Certified Specialist
Program.
Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor
vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to
assignment.
Executive Order #595: As a condition of employment, successful
applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination
or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating
to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided
to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an
offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine
is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a
sincerely held religious belief may make a request for
exemption.
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females,
minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly
encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender
identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability,
national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by
appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black,
Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of
opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We
encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to
thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Mental Health Coordinator IPrimary Location: United
States-Massachusetts-Worcester - 309 Belmont StreetJob: Community
and Social ServicesAgency: Department of Mental HealthSchedule:
Full-timeShift: DayJob Posting: May 4, 2023, 1:06:40 PMNumber of
Openings: 1Salary: 52,523.38 - 71,227.18 YearlyIf you have
Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity
questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact
Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Saned Diaz -
6178948522Bargaining Unit: 08-SEIU - Local 509 -
Social/RehabilitationConfidential: NoHybrid Work Eligible: No
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