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Charleston County, SC

Peer Support Specialist - DAODAS

Charleston County, SC, Columbia, SC, United States


Salary: $15.00 Hourly

Location : SC, SC

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: DS209884

Department: DAODAS

Opening Date: 12/03/2024

Description

This position provides peer support services to patients in a substance use disorder treatment facility in various treatment settings including admissions/helpline, opioid treatment clinic, outpatient, residential, and withdrawal management services.

This position is grant funded. Continuation of employment in this position is contingent on grant funding.

STARTING HOURLY: $15.00

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ability to assess strengths, challenges, resources, and goals (i.e., recovery capital) across multiple life domains
  • Develop recovery plans to support clients as they transition to the community
  • Use recovery oriented practices such motivational interviewing
  • Good working knowledge of medications for treatment of opioid use disorders and their benefits
  • Compliance with all Charleston Center/ Charleston County Policies and Procedures
  • Provide after hours and emergency coverage as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma with two years or more in Recovery from Substance Use Disorders and a willingness to self-identify as a person in recovery
  • Certification as a Peer Support Specialist within two years of hire date. If not currently certified become "in-process" within 30 days of hire.
  • A valid SC driver's license and 10-year driving record
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication, and computer skills
  • Spanish speaking candidates highly desired
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
  • Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • Optional Life and Disability Insurance
  • Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
  • Annual and Sick Leave
  • Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
  • South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
  • Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
  • Optional Deferred Compensation Program
  • Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
  • Optional Federal Credit Union Membership
  • Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Well-being Program
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