ROLE OVERVIEW: The position of Peer Technician is responsible for the engagement and promotion of recovery through the delivery of care support using a peer recovery-based approach.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Experience in substance abuse or behavioral health preferred but not required

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent work experience.

REQUIRED LICENSE: Preferred Certified Addiction Peer Recovery Coach and Valid Driver’s License.

PREREQUISITE SKILLS:

• Demonstrated requisite education and work experience consistent with and necessary to carry out the Mission and leadership philosophy of Turning Point.
• Must possess sound clinical skills, effective interpersonal skills, technical and computer skills, and excellent written communication skills.

FLSA STATUS: Non- Exempt

REPORTS TO: Clinical Supervisor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following functions describe the essential duties of this role. Individuals in this role may not perform all of these duties, or may perform additional, related duties not listed here.

• Assist in supervision of client activities and be aware of client whereabouts at all times, including breaks and internal and external activities.
• Attend all mandatory trainings.
• Act as liaison for the clients to the clinical staff, relating needs and requests.
• Provide support and assistance to the clinical and administrative staff when needed.
• Assist the clinical staff by providing ongoing recovery support.
• Ensure and monitor the safety, upkeep and maintenance of the treatment facility.
• Report all daily events through the systems of reporting.
• Keep neat, written logs on clients’ activities.
• Drug test clients at admission, upon suspicion or upon clinical request.
• Report all significant client questions, concerns and complaints to the attention of the appropriate clinical and/or administrative staff at Turning Point SOC.
• Bring reports of all incidents to the attention of the Clinical Team for processing.
• Remind, redirect, reprimand and report clients that break rules or regulations according to the guidelines of Turning Point SOC.
• Engage clients in therapeutic activities, as appropriate.
• Provide a brief overview of the medication assisted recovery program in regard to program rules, procedure, and services, with each new client.
• Maintain order and ensure compliance with rules and regulations; ensures that clients conduct themselves in an orderly manner.
• Monitor and document clients for signs of medical distress and/or behavioural conduct on an on-going basis.
• Provide appropriate support and structure for clients in dealing with their recovery, interacts
  continually with clients.

Job Type: Full-Time

Physical Setting:

• Clinic

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Knowledge of applicable ICAADA Peer Code of Ethics and CAPRC Standards of Practice preferred.
• Has working knowledge of Harm Reduction practices and material
• Preferred experience in the mental health/addiction behavioral health field.

Work Location: In person