Peer Support Specialist
Tampa General Hospital
Summary
The Peer Support Specialist is a key member of the Mobile Behavioral Health Unit team and is tasked with providing compassionate, recovery-oriented support services to individuals experiencing their own lived experience. The Peer Support Specialist will travel with the MBHU team to rural and underserved communities and assist with providing support services with linking the individual needs, as well as their Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) needs including but not limited to, housing and employment, and medication management.
Job description
What you will do
- Use own experience of recovery to help others.
- Assist individuals in identifying and utilizing resources in the community for additional behavioral health, recovery, and SDOH support.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions and progress and maintain confidentiality of all personal information.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of local, state, and federal services that may provide resources to patients and families.
- Encourage self-advocacy among individuals to help them achieve their goals.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Assist patients in identifying and achieving their personal behavioral health goals, including recovery.
Education Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
Licenses and Certifications
- Certified Recovery Specialist
Experience Qualifications
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with individuals with substance use disorders and mental health disorders.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Certified Recovery Specialist
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with individuals with substance use disorders and mental health disorders
Company overview
Tampa General Hospital is a leading academic medical center and regional healthcare system located in Tampa, Florida. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, it serves as the primary teaching hospital for the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. The hospital operates a comprehensive Level I trauma center, providing the highest level of trauma care available. Tampa General Hospital is nationally recognized for its expertise in organ transplantation, with one of the busiest transplant programs in the United States. The institution offers a wide range of specialized services including cancer care, cardiovascular medicine, neurosciences, women's health, and pediatric services. With its commitment to medical education and research, Tampa General Hospital plays a crucial role in advancing healthcare through clinical trials and innovative treatments. The hospital system includes multiple specialty centers and outpatient facilities throughout the Tampa Bay region, serving as a vital healthcare resource for millions of residents in West Central Florida.