Molina Healthcare is hiring for several Peer Support Specialists (Mental Health and/or Substance Use Disorders) in Nebraska.
Peer Support Specialists will ideally be those who have a shared experience in either Mental Health (MH) or Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and have been successful in the recovery process who can help others experiencing similar situations. These roles will inspire hope that people can and do recover; walk with people on their recovery journeys; dispel myths about what it means to have a mental health condition or substance use disorder.
This role will work closely with the SUD Navigator and other departments to help engage our members in a range of activities and interactions along with provide self-help education and link people to tools and resources; and support people in identifying their goals, hopes, and dreams, and creating a roadmap for getting there.
This is a field-based role where you will be meeting with members in the community. You can expect to be in the field 75% of the time or more (Molina reimburses mileage).
Highly qualified candidates will have the following experience-
Completion of the state of Nebraska's Peer Support Core Curriculum and/or be a Certified Peer Support Specialist - CPSS
Provides peer support services for members with behavioral health issues, psychiatric disorders, drug and/or alcohol dependence, and physical illnesses.
Must have a clear and valid drivers license and reliable vehicle
Have the ability and desire to meet with members in the community.
Experience working in a psychiatric unit or facility.
Understands they will serve as a consumer advocate by providing consumer information, resources, and peer support for clients in outpatient and inpatient settings.
Will assist members in setting and pursuing their own recovery goals and in working with their case managers and/or treatment team to determine the steps needed to achieve these goals.
Will have excellent computer skills and attention to detail are very important to multitask between systems, talk with members on the phone, and enter accurate contact notes. Experience with electronic records, Excel, Word, MS Outlook needed. This is a fast-paced position. Local travel in within the assigned region is required. FREQUENT TRAVEL in the field to do member visits in the surrounding areas will be required
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JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education : Min. High School diploma or GED.
Preferred Education : Graduate of a two- or four-year allied Health Program
Required Experience: Managed Care exposure and knowledge of community resources; knowledge of HIPAA and confidentiality rules.
Preferred Experience : Experience in psychiatric unit or facility a plus but not necessary.
Required License, Certification, Association : Valid State Driver's License with proof of insurance.
Preferred License, Certification, Association : Active and unrestricted Certified Peer Specialist
Pay Range: $14.16 to $27.61 per hour* *Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
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