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Company

Gila River Health Care
Address , Sacaton, 85147, Az
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-07-30
Posted at 11 months ago
Job Description
Overview:
This is a one year suicide prevention grant position assisting in creating an environment of hope and inspiring a belief that recovery is real and possible. Co-facilitate groups as directed by Counselor/Therapist. Assist clients in identifying and developing resources, strengths and goals and developing self-advocacy. Provide support to client’s by modeling a holistic approach to recovery. Works to develop community based support (including AA and peer mentors) for clients working to maintain sobriety.
Responsibilities:
  • Understands and follows safety standards in all aspects of job performance, reports unsafe conditions or equipment immediately.
  • Strictly adheres to the principle of confidentiality.
  • Assists clients with developing life skills, support systems and community resources.
  • Assists clients with identifying strengths, goals, effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
  • Models personal responsibility, recovery, and self-advocacy by sharing personal recovery story and how recovery goals can be met.
  • Supports a Culture of Kindness by modeling empathy and kindness, verbally and nonverbally, to clients and co-workers.
  • Assists clinical staff with facilitating groups, case management, skills training and non-clinical interventions.
Qualifications:
  • Related experience in behavioral health either as a recipient of services, a family member or as an advocate of someone receiving mental health services.
  • 1 year recovery from drugs and/or alcohol and currently active in a 12-Step program.
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Certification as a Recovery Support Specialist/Peer Support Specialist from an ADHS/DBHS approved education program (GRHC will provide training if needed).
  • AZ Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card.
  • Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically the Gila River Community and/or other Native American cultures and community health services.