Summary

Serves as an active member of the client's treatment team, including participation in team meetings and treatment planning meetings. Assists clients in development of recovery plan, including psychiatric advance directives and crisis plan. Provides education and resources about recovery and wellness. Implements and coordinates recovery plans for individual clients in assigned population group, including evaluation, consultation, and education, and follow-up services. Serves as role model for clients by sharing own recovery process and teaching effective coping techniques and self-help strategies. Connects to resources and services for individual clients in collaboration with case management services. Maintains accurate, thorough records on all assigned cases and uses documentation to assist clients in evaluating progress. Provides advocacy services on behalf of clients. Informs supervisor, and other members of treatment team as indicated, of issues/concerns related to individual clients. Manages client caseload, client services, and activities to maximize direct care client time and reach expected productivity targets. Maintains continuing education requirements and required training documentation in record management systems.

Job description

Essential Job Functions

Serves as an active member of the client's treatment team, including participation in team meetings and treatment planning meetings. Assists clients in development of recovery plan, including psychiatric advance directives and crisis plan. Provides education and resources about recovery and wellness. Implements and coordinates recovery plans for individual clients in assigned population group, including evaluation, consultation, and education, and follow-up services. Serves as role model for clients by sharing own recovery process and teaching effective coping techniques and self-help strategies. Connects to resources and services for individual clients in collaboration with case management services. Maintains accurate, thorough records on all assigned cases and uses documentation to assist clients in evaluating progress. Provides advocacy services on behalf of clients. Informs supervisor, and other members of treatment team as indicated, of issues/concerns related to individual clients. Manages client caseload, client services, and activities to maximize direct care client time and reach expected productivity targets. Maintains continuing education requirements and required training documentation in record management systems.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Active Kentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist Certification
Active Registration with Kentucky Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors
Maintains continuing education requirements and required training documentation in record management systems to maintain Certification
Maintains continuing education requirements and required training documentation in record management systems to maintain Registration
Attest to one year recovery as defined by AODE Regulations.
Attest to one year recovery as defined by Kentucky Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors
Preferred two (2) years in recovery.

Experience

Have a current or past diagnosis of a mental health disorders, and have received or be receiving treatment
Preferred over six months' experience as a Peer Support Specialist and/or leading recovery groups or programs.
Good interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills.
Knowledge of applicable population group and principles/philosophy of recovery

Physical Demands/Requirements

Position requires lifting of 20 pounds maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of items weighing up to ten pounds.
Normal work tasks may involve exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue.
May involve 24-hour on-call responsibilities.
Eighteen years of age or older.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Active Kentucky Adult Peer Support Specialist Certification
Active Registration with Kentucky Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors
Attest to one year recovery as defined by AODE Regulations
Attest to one year recovery as defined by Kentucky Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors
Have a current or past diagnosis of a mental health disorder, and have received or be receiving treatment
Good interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of applicable population group and principles/philosophy of recovery
Eighteen years of age or older
Preferred two (2) years in recovery
Preferred over six months' experience as a Peer Support Specialist and/or leading recovery groups or programs

Company overview

Seven Counties Services is Kentucky's leading Community Mental Health Center, providing comprehensive behavioral health services across seven counties in the Louisville region. Founded in 1978, the organization offers a full spectrum of mental health services, substance abuse treatment, and intellectual and developmental disabilities support to children, adults, and families. With over 1,500 professionals operating from 30+ offices, Seven Counties Services serves approximately 30,000 individuals annually, maintaining full accreditation from The Joint Commission. The organization specializes in child and family behavioral health, adult behavioral health, developmental services, substance abuse and addiction treatment, and prevention services. As a nationally recognized provider, Seven Counties Services operates with a trauma-informed approach and provides 24/7 crisis support through the 988 hotline, ensuring accessible care regardless of diagnosis or insurance status. The organization has been recognized as a Top Workplace in the Greater Louisville Area and maintains strong community partnerships to deliver integrated care that addresses both mental and physical health needs.