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... Wellness Specialist prior to hire date and maintained throughout employment. * One (1) year or ... The Recovery Center at Woodburn is a 15-bed sub-acute locked forensic facility for adult males 18 ...

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What is a wellness recovery specialist?

A Wellness Recovery specialist is a professional who supports individuals in their journey toward mental health and substance use recovery. They typically use evidence-based practices and personal experience to help clients develop coping strategies, set goals, and access community resources. Wellness Recovery specialists may work in mental health centers, addiction treatment facilities, or community organizations. Their main goal is to empower individuals to achieve and maintain overall well-being and independence.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wellness recovery specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wellness Recovery Specialist, you need a solid understanding of mental health principles, wellness planning, and often a background in psychology or social work along with relevant certifications such as Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) or Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) facilitator. Familiarity with electronic case management systems, mental health assessment tools, and documentation software is also important. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, resilience, and effective communication help you connect with and support individuals on their recovery journey. These competencies are essential for empowering clients, maintaining accurate records, and fostering a supportive environment that promotes lasting wellness.

What are some common challenges wellness recovery professionals face when supporting clients on their recovery journey?

Wellness Recovery professionals often encounter challenges such as addressing diverse mental health needs, building trust with clients who may be hesitant to engage, and navigating complex family or social dynamics. Balancing individualized care plans with organizational protocols can also be demanding. Effective communication, empathy, and ongoing training in evidence-based practices help professionals overcome these challenges and foster positive client outcomes.

What is the difference between Wellness Recovery vs Peer Support Specialist?

AspectWellness RecoveryPeer Support Specialist
CredentialsVaries; often includes certifications in wellness coaching or mental healthCertified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) or similar certification
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, community centers, mental health clinicsSame as Wellness Recovery; often in mental health and community settings
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare providers, mental health organizations, wellness programsBehavioral health agencies, mental health programs, recovery centers

Both roles focus on supporting individuals' mental health and recovery, but Wellness Recovery emphasizes holistic wellness strategies, while Peer Support Specialists primarily provide peer-led support based on lived experience. They often work together within the same settings to promote recovery and well-being.

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Wellness Access Specialist - Veterans Services

Transition Projects

Portland, OR • On-site

$29/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Transition Projects rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position: Wellness Access Specialist
Supervisor: Veteran Support Services Manager
Location: Mount Scott Office (7916 SE Foster Rd Portland, OR)
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm; some weekend and evening work required
Wage: $29.00 hourly - Eligible for Language Differential
Classification: Non-Exempt, Union Represented, Full-Time, Benefit Eligible
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
This position provides services to assist participants to engage and effectively link to medical, mental health and substance use disorder providers. Working as part of a team of housing case managers and other supportive services to provide support to veteran participants and their households to successfully gain and maintain stable housing.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Provide individual services to participants to support and facilitate connections to community support and resources.
  2. Meet with participants in the community which could include shelters, public locations, provider offices, or the participant's residence.
  3. Provide groups to engage, educate, and support participants to access physical health, mental health, and substance use disorder services where needed.
  4. Develop comprehensive knowledge of community physical/ mental health resources and substance use disorder services and maintain effective relationships with these providers to assure service availability for participants. Maintain knowledge of available resources for low-income/homeless population and veteran specific resources.
  5. Coordinate with case managers and other staff members to ensure services are participant-focused, effective, and efficient.
  6. Maintain thorough documentation of participant services including case notes, logs and data collection systems such as Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).
  7. Provide transportation or assistance with accessing transportation for participants to meet their health and wellness needs.
  8. Coordinate with the SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR) team to assist participants in obtaining the necessary connections to appropriate providers and medical records for the disability benefits application process.
  9. Attend meetings as requested and other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Each Transition Projects employee must:
  1. Acquire First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 30 days of hire and be retested biannually thereafter throughout employment.
  2. Complete Bloodborne Pathogens and Narcan Training within 30 days of hire and be retested annually thereafter throughout employment.
  3. Demonstrate effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively, and asking questions when clarification is needed.
  4. Demonstrate reliability by being present at work as scheduled, arriving and leaving on time and taking breaks in expected time frames.
  5. Interact effectively with people of diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, cultural backgrounds, and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee, with or without accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  1. Hearing and vision adequate for interaction with participants, interaction with staff and interaction with the general public.
  2. Hearing adequate for telephone work. Vision adequate for close work.
  3. Hand and finger dexterity adequate to operate standard office equipment.
  4. Ability to walk, bend, stand, sit, reach, stoop, pull, squat, kneel, climb stairs and ladders
  5. Sitting at a desk completing paperwork and working on a computer for lengthy periods.
  6. Ability to perform CPR and other emergency life-saving care with the assistance of teammates until emergency responders arrive.
  7. Ability to lift 50 pounds
  8. Mobility to allow responsive traveling to client residences located around the metro area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The right individual for this position has a passion for helping others and a desire to work in an organization that serves people who are experiencing poverty and homelessness.
  1. Associates Degree in a related field OR one year of experience in social services required AND the ability to demonstrate understanding of the issues surrounding homelessness, chemical dependency, domestic violence and sexual assault.
  2. Demonstrated knowledge of chemical dependency and mental health issues and appropriate treatment resources. Candidates possessing CADC or similar certification will receive priority consideration.
  3. Demonstrated ability to engage people experiencing homelessness in a trauma informed manner.
  4. Applicants who are themselves veterans will receive priority consideration. Bi-lingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
  5. Demonstrated ability act as a broker with other agencies in developing and providing services to clients; including ability to advocate on behalf of clients for services with other agencies.
  6. Up-to-date familiarity of community resources and services available to assist the homeless.
  7. Demonstrated knowledge of services available to assist the homeless.
  8. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in the delivery of services to clients.
  9. Computer literacy. Demonstrated ability to use word processing, database, spreadsheet, e-mail, and Internet programs.
  10. Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate and comprehensive client files.

Transition Projects, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, source of income, union participation or activities, or any other status legally protected by applicable local, state or federal law.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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