**Peer Support Specialist - Northern Colorado (e.g. Larimer & Weld Counties)** **Description** **University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus** **College of Nursing** **Job Title: Peer Support Specialist -** **Northern Colorado (e.g. Larimer & Weld Counties)** **Position #: 00828123 - Requisition #: 35126** **_Job Summary:_** **_Nature of Work:_** _The CU College of Nursing is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) University Staff (non-classified) Peer Support Specialist for the CU College of Nursing. The position will support the grant-funded peer support specialist doula program in northern Colorado (e.g. Larimer & Weld Counties)._ _Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and this position may be required to work on some Saturdays/Sundays and evenings/nights (for events/clinic coverage). The position is eligible to request a hybrid schedule following the CU College of Nursing policy._ **_Supervision Received:_** _This position reports directly to Jessica Anderson, DNP, CNM, WHNP, FACM, Director of Midwifery Services._ **_Supervision Exercised:_** _None_ **_Examples of Work Performed:_** **_Clinical Care (75%)_** + _Under general supervision, receive training and serve as a Peer Support Specialist to implement peer-led interventions for clients in opioid medication-assisted and traditional outpatient client treatment._ + _Conduct structured, peer-led individual and group interventions that focus on health education, and care coordination, as well as identifying and reducing barriers to care for clients._ + _Conduct outreach activities in the community to engage pregnant and postpartum clients in substance use treatment._ + _Provide connections to appropriate resources to clients as requested by the patient._ + _Maintain a repository of resources, and track demand/utilization of resources by clients, communicating with leadership/supervisor of action items and additional resources required, partnerships to establish_ + _Collaborate with supervisor and staff, and coordinate efforts to ensure successful delivery of services._ + _Attend and participate in training, team/staff meetings, and other events as needed._ + _Identify any problems, challenges, or obstacles in the coordination of services, identify potential solutions, and resolve such problems, challenges or obstacles promptly._ + _Ensure all duties and responsibilities are performed for the effective and appropriate benefit of clients to whom care and/or services are being provided._ + _Ensure confidentiality of client health information and/or health records._ + _Complete paperwork for each participant served, as required by ICWB and/or any grant-specific paperwork requirements._ + _Provide support to people who are admitted into evidence-based MAT treatment within their region._ + _Establish and maintain communication, either on-site or by phone with care providers._ + _Participate in regular community meetings focused on addressing opiate/substance use challenges, as assigned by the supervisor._ + _Facilitate peer recovery support services in a group setting and/or individual setting._ + _Assist participants with the creation of a personal recovery plan, as requested by the participant._ + _Participate in projects and site meetings._ + _Participate in any grant-specific meetings as required._ + _Provide support during client labor admission._ + _Complete program-supported peer supervision training to provide supervision to peer support specialists._ **_Customer Service (15%)_** + _Provide in-person and telephone reception._ + _Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders._ + _Provide information on program services and respond courteously to queries._ + _Work comfortably among clients with or without substance abuse disorder, who are referred from city and county parole/probation departments, the department of Social Services, and other relevant agencies._ **_Documentation (10%)_** + _Continuously maintain accurate and up-to-date records and/or notes as required by agency policy._ + _Use electronic health record systems to ensure timely documentation, recording, and tracking of communications, interventions, and client data._ + _Schedule and maintain multiple, internal, and external appointments._ + _Enter data into, and maintain, accurate records of activities._ + _Manage confidential client information and health records._ + _Document intervention activities in an accurate and timely manner and seek consultation from the supervisor or other staff, as necessary._ **_Why Join Us:_** _CU Nursing is an amazing place to be. We have the distinct advantage of being a part of a huge medical campus with three incredible hospitals - the VA, the nationally ranked University of Colorado Hospital, and the Children's Hospital Colorado where our nursing students and faculty learn every day. From our beginning 125 years ago as part of the School of Medicine at CU Boulder to our current home at the Anschutz Medical Campus, the college has been a recognized leader in nursing education (ranked #10 in online MS graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report 2023). Our faculty, students, and staff have been instrumental in shaping the profession of nursing and teaching the next generation of nurses while treating patients in our own nurse-led clinics. Be a part of an innovative, dynamic, diverse, and exciting workplace -- helping make great things happen. Join us in our quest to boldly transform health together._ **_Why work for the University?_** _We have AMAZING benefits and offer_ _exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:_ + _Medical: Multiple plan options_ + _Dental: Multiple plan options_ + _Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision_ + _Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay_ + _Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year_ + _Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)_ + _Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)_ + _Holiday Days: 10/year_ + _Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses_ + _ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service_ _To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://nursing.cuanschutz.edu/about/careers/benefits (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5712444&targetURL=https://nursing.cuanschutz.edu/about/careers/benefits)_ **_Diversity and Equity:_** _The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment._ **_Qualifications:_** **_Minimum Qualifications:_** + _High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)._ + _At least one (1) year of peer support or related work experience._ **_Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire._** **_Conditions of Employment:_** + _Must be willing and able to self-identify as having experienced the process of recovery from a mental health disorder, substance use disorder, trauma, or one or all such conditions._ + _Must be willing and able to obtain the Colorado Peer and Family Specialist (CPFS) certification within 1_ _year of the hire date (fee paid by employer):_ + _Candidate must provide evidence of earning 60 contact and training hours (CEs) of peer recovery-focused education and training._ + _Must include at least 48 hours of peer recovery-focused education/training, including education in documentation, community/family education, case management, crisis management, Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC), screening and intake, identification of indicators of substance use and/or co-occurring disorders for referral, service coordination, service planning, cultural awareness and/or humility, and basic pharmacology._ + _Must include at least six hours of ethics education and training within the last six years._ + _Must include six hours of HIV/other pathogens education and training within the last six years._ + _Must be willing and able to work some evenings and weekends on an infrequent, as-needed basis._ + _Must be willing and able to work in a normal client care environment with some exposure to biological hazards and infectious diseases._ **_Preferred Qualifications:_** + _Prior work experience in Client Navigation and connecting clients to required services or resources._ + _Prior work experience in working with pregnant and postpartum individuals and families or people dealing with mental health or substance use_ + _Experience with motivational interviewing techniques._ + _Experience working with clients who are involved with the criminal justice system, probation/parole, human services, and/or other similar referral sources._ + _Experience working with electronic health records_ + _Willing and able to utilize bilingual skills (Spanish/English) at a conversational level in a professional setting._ **_Competencies_** + _Excellent communication and interpersonal skills._ + _Knowledge of basic therapeutic confrontation and clinical site systems._ + _Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain rapport, and positive relationships._ + _Excellent critical thinking abilities_ + _Must honor, support, and accept all pathways to recovery._ + _Excellent written and oral communication skills._ + _Ability to manage difficult behaviors._ + _Ability to engage successfully with substance-dependent clients in treatment._ + _Ability to comply with established rules, policies, and procedures and meet deadlines._ + _Ability to be open-minded and nonjudgmental._ + _Ability to develop healthy relationships and boundaries with clients._ + _Ability to exercise discretion and maintain client confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards_ + _Ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultures and diverse socioeconomic situations_ + _Ability to check effectively and accurately for typographical, grammatical, and/or spelling errors in documents_ + _Knowledge of basic care coordination, medical/hospital and/or community resources._ + _Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite products_ + _Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment._ **_How to Apply:_** _For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):_ _1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position, including prior experience with addiction substance use disorder, the path to recovery and time since use, and existing supports for maintaining recovery/sobriety_ _2. Curriculum vitae / Resume_ _3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address_ _4. A copy of all relevant diplomas/certifications (i.e. Confirmation of high school diploma)_ _Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5712444&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers) ._ _Questions should be directed to: College of Nursing Human Resources at CON.HR@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5712444&targetURL=CON.HR@ucdenver.edu)_ **_Screening of Applications Begins:_** _Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by [2 weeks after posting]. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered._ **_Anticipated Pay Range:_** _The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $42,948 to $49,826._ _The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt._ _Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line._ _Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5712444&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)_ **_ADA Statement:_** _The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5712444&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu) ._ **_Background Check Statement:_** _The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees._ **_Vaccination Statement:_** _CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5712444&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5712444&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) ._ _Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References, Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: For full consideration, please submit the following document(s): 1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position, including prior experience with addiction substance use disorder, the path to recovery and time since use, and existing supports for maintaining recovery/sobriety 2. Curriculum vitae / Resume 3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address 4. A copy of all relevant diplomas/certifications (i.e. Confirmation of high school diploma)_ **_Job Category_** _: Health Care_ **_Primary Location_** _: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20468 - CON-DEAN ADMINISTRATION_ **_Schedule_** _: Full-time_ **_Posting Date_** _: Nov 20, 2024_ **_Unposting Date_** _: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: College of Nursing Human Resources Posting Contact Email: CON.HR@ucdenver.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=5712444&targetURL=CON.HR@ucdenver.edu) Position Number: 00828123_ **_To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=35126&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/5712444)_** _Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved._ _Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/)_ _jeid-41042a0f0192054fafe530da0b69ee46_ Peer Support Specialist - Northern Colorado (e.g. Larimer & Weld Counties) - 35126 University Staff The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.