Primary Health Care, Inc (PHC)

General

• Provides one-on-one support to assist peers in assessing needs, setting goals for recovery, establishing support networks, and developing relapse prevention plans.
• Support may be provided in person, virtually, or telephonically at PHC locations or other mutually agreed upon appropriate locations.
• May transport peers to assist in their recovery process based on department needs.
• Assists peers to work with their treatment team and/or case manager to achieve their goals including setting appointments, making referrals, and providing education about resources.
• Provides continuity of communication between peers, care providers, and social supports.
• Maintains accurate and complete peer support documentation.
• Advocates for the needs and perspectives of peers to support their goals and recovery.
• Teaches the value of every individual’s recovery experience, and emphasizes strength of the peer’s voice throughout the recovery process.
• Participates in community events and presentations.
• Participates in performance improvement activities to evaluate programs and service systems.

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Therapist

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare providers and care team support staff
• Provide assessment and behavioral interventions as well as brief-targeted and long-term therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families
• Provide services via telehealth and may work on-site in clinic
• Provide behavioral health care in accordance with established standards, regulations, and policies and procedures of PHC
• Collaborate with PHC healthcare and psychiatric providers
• Provide brief and long term therapy to individuals and families in PHC clinics or via telehealth
• Develop and update treatment plans as appropriate
• Respond to the referring provider’s concern or question, as appropriate, providing timely, focused feedback
• Make referrals for community mental health resources as appropriate
• Maintain current and accurate documentation of services provided in accordance with standards set by PHC and grant requirements

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Behavioral Health Therapist