Peer Specialist, PATH (Adult Outpatient)

Job description

Overview Adult Outpatient Programs provide the least restrictive level of care where adults may receive clinical interventions aimed at decreasing existing signs and symptoms. Outpatient treatment focuses on recovery, problem resolution, symptom reduction, stabilization and/or prevention of movement to a higher level of care. Treatment varies widely and depends upon the consumer’s presenting symptoms. Responsibilities: - Promotes self-determination, recovery, self-advocacy, and self-direction; assisting individuals in identifying strengths; wellness goals; setting objectives and identifying barriers - Conducts outreach to engage adults who are homeless and have a mental illness - Assist consumers with accessing AltaPointe Health Systems Intake and follow up appointments. - Assists consumers with transportation needs through linkage and/or teaching methods - Transports consumers when appropriate and necessary. - Offers short term support (2-4 months) to clients as they transition to new temporary or permanent housing situations while working on their mental health recovery goals. - Becomes SOAR certified in an effort to assist homeless adults in applying for income and health care c...