Peer Support Specialist

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
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Support individuals in recovery
Role model to peers
Consumer advocate
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to assist individuals in recovery from pain and substance use disorders, particularly those visiting the emergency department. The role requires a certified Peer Support Specialist with personal recovery experience and the ability to facilitate support and education sessions. **

Job Summary

  • The Peer Support Specialist (PSS) will support and provide guidance to individuals undergoing recovery from pain and/or substance use disorders with a specific focus on those presenting to the ED in need of Opioids.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including health, holiday, vacation, sick leave, education discount, and retirement matching.
  • Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary treatment team, patient families, and community partners to support recovery goals.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to assist individuals in recovery from pain and substance use disorders, particularly those visiting the emergency department. The role requires a certified Peer Support Specialist with personal recovery experience and the ability to facilitate support and education sessions. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • support individuals in recovery
  • role model to peers
  • consumer advocate
  • connect patients with community resources
  • model recovery and maintain boundaries

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative health care organization
  • teamwork and diversity champion
  • focus on improving patient care

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Current Peer Support Specialist Certification
  • 1-2 years of demonstrated success in personal recovery
  • Lived experience with chronic pain or opioid use disorder
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

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