Certified Peer Support Specialist Lisboa

Certified Peer Support Specialist
Lisboa
Lisboa, Portugal

Description

At Alternatives in Psychological Consultation (APC), we care about the overall
- being of our employees and we don’t just talk about it—we walk the walk. If you are looking for a company that understands the importance of
- life balance and promotes health of mind, body, and spirit, then we’d love for you to apply! We take pride in our talented, dynamic,
- driven workforce. When you speak with our employees, it’s not uncommon to hear that they’ve been with us for quite a long time.

At APC, we value not only the diversification of our staff but also the unique perspective each individual brings with their life experience. Through open dialogue, we challenge and learn from one another to provide culturally humble and
- informed care to those we serve.

We are searching for a Certified Peer Support Specialist!

Requirements

Applicants must have a valid Wisconsin Drivers License, vehicle and auto insurance, Peer Support Specialist Certification; and one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Duties Include:

• Provides direct and indirect rehabilitative and supportive services to members of the community according to certified peer support and applicable service array guidelines in an effort to assist members in achieving their life vision, goals, and objectives.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with other recovery team members.
• Develops goals with Comprehensive Community Services members that are
  - driven and measure progress towards the identified goal.
• Incorporates peer support ethical standards into own practice.
• Maintains confidentiality and privacy of member and family records.
• Follows legal, organizational, and contractual requirements, laws, and policies.
• Completes and submits all required or assigned documentation by due dates.
• Attends all supervision, meetings, trainings,
  - services, and events as directed.
• Completes at least 8 hours of ongoing training annually.
• Initiates contact with the referred Comprehensive Community Services member and builds rapport using a
  - based,
  - informed,
  - oriented, and culturally sensitive approach.
• Recognizes potential crisis situations, analyzes situations accurately, and collaborates with the care coordinator and supervisory team as necessary.
• Participates in quality improvement projects.

Benefits

Besides the benefit of working alongside some of the friendliest and most devoted people ever, APC offers comprehensive and competitive benefits for all its
- time employees. Not able to work
- time? We also offer select benefits to
- time employees as well! Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Relaxed dress code
• Hybrid worksite model for most positions
• Health insurance, with multiple options to match what is best for you and your family
• HSA contributions
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-matched 401(k) plan
• Profit-sharing (employer discretionary contribution)
• Company-paid life Insurance with the option to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and/or children
• Company-sponsored
  - term disability
• Voluntary
  - term disability insurance
• PTO- Paid Time Off (for vacation, sick days, and everything in between)
• Paid holidays (including your birthday!)
• Annual training allowance
• Wellness Program
  • Quarterly wellness incentives
  • Free wellness events
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-sponsored fundraiser events

Ready to work for an
- winning agency? Apply today!

APC is an
- opportunity employer. APC prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. APC conforms to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.