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Sanford Health · 5 days ago

Peer Support Advocate | SUD Clinic - Fargo

Fargo, ND

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$16.50/hr - $26.50/hr

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. The Peer Support Advocate plays a crucial role in assisting individuals living with mental health or substance abuse difficulties by providing recovery support and coordinating essential services. This non-clinical position involves working collaboratively with healthcare professionals to promote recovery and wellness among patients.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Responsible for coordinating a wide range of recovery and self-management support for the clinic's patient population who are dealing with addictions

Assists patients as they go through the diagnosis, treatment, and recovery process

Provides recovery support in form of telephone calls or in-person recovery coaching sessions

Seeks regular progress updates with patients

Assists patients with support and connection to other essential social services that exist in the community

Peers support individuals in identifying and articulating personal goals and objectives necessary for recovery and wellness

Advocates for the patient in the care system or in other appropriate settings and systems

Demonstrates HIPAA compliance

Articulates the recovery process for patients and assists patients through a self-directed plan

Has insight to the appropriate times to share personal story

Relays the meaning and role of peer support

Identifies the difference between counseling and peer support

Differentiates between treatment and recovery goals

Maintains a working knowledge of the current trends and development in the addiction recovery and peer support field

Demonstrates ability to nurture healing relationships and healthy choices for one's own health, recovery, and wellness

Utilizes principles of cultural mindfulness

Adheres to own recovery program and demonstrates healthy choices for one's own health, recovery, and wellness

Qualification

Peer support experienceMental health knowledgeAdvocacy skillsLeadership skillsCultural mindfulness

Required

Must be at least 21 years of age and have a primary diagnosis of a mental illness, and be a current or former consumer of mental health services

Must be willing to share personal experience

Must have high school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Must demonstrate leadership and advocacy skills

A valid driver's license may be required, depending on department/facility

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

A 401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

A generous time off package

Company

Sanford Health

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Sanford is a healthcare company providing research, education and clinical care.

Founded in 1894

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.sanfordhealth.org

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