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The ACCS Assistant Team Leader (ATL) promotes the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Assists the ACCS Team Leader in managing the Integrated Team by providing clinical supervision to all licensed staff and other staff as required. Monitors engagement of all PS; selects intervention strategies for those who are difficult to engage, designed to reduce barriers to and promote initial and sustained engagement. Oversees clinical risk assessment, management and mitigation strategies employed by the team for all PS, including those residing in Group Living Environment/Supported Independent Environments (GLE/SIE). Trains, mentors and models clinical evidence-based practices and best practices to all team members, including GLE/SIE Program Directors and staff. SIGN ON BONUS: $1K Responsibilities The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below: • Oversee clinical programming and service delivery by the team. • Provide clinical supervision to clinically licensed and other assigned staff. • Monitor engagement status of all PS, consult on intervention strategies, and support LPHAs in effectively addressing lack of initial or sustained engagement for any PS, so that PS are not discharged due to disengagement from services or homelessness. • Join with LPHA and Lead Peer Specialist in orientation, engagement and enrollment activities for PS presenting high risk behaviors. • Provide competency-based staff training on clinical evidence-based practices and best practices to team members and GLE/SIE Program Directors, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Addiction Treatment; Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral and Treatment (SBIRT); Housing First; Stages of Change; Seeking Safety, and Cognitive Behavioral interventions, as well as the development of Safety Plans and Crisis Prevention and Response Plans, 8 Dimensions of Wellness, and documentation process and standards. • Mentor and model the use of best practices and evidence-based practice interventions for all staff. • Support staffs' use of trauma informed, recovery-oriented, person-centered, culturally competent and strengths-based approaches and skills training techniques in their work. • Support LPHA and Licensed staff performance, including offering role-based and licensure specific supervision, giving consistent and direct performance feedback, completing competency-based assessments, and providing field supervision to directly observe LPHA and Licensed staff interactions and work with PS. • Promote healthcare and employment and education services access for PS. • Promote engagement, housing permanency, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service. • Consult with LPHAs and Licensed staff on appropriate clinical interventions for treatment plans for difficult to engage PS. • Regularly review LPHA treatment plans to ensure treatment is effective in addressing the PS's needs and goals that led to enrollment, barriers to movement, or additional needs identified while enrolled in ACCS, and that timely, thorough and thoughtful documentation of PS needs and services is provided. • Oversee all clinical risk assessment and management strategies and protocols employed by the team so that PS clinical risks are mitigated and proactively addressed. Meet directly with PS as needed to perform assessments, negotiate program participation, etc. • Consult with LPHAs as needed to complete Safety Plans and/or Crisis Prevention and Response Plans for PS. • Select treatment interventions for PS who have high risk behaviors and/or histories as needed. • Determine PS high risk alert status. • Lead team efforts in crisis prevention and intervention for high risk PS. • Provide training to all team staff, including GLE/SIE staff on risk management and reduction. • Manage adherence to risk management and staff safety procedures by all staff. • Provide on-site consultation to GLE/SIE staff with LPHA as needed, to address engagement, risk and/or other clinical needs of PS. Ensure the seamless integration of Team and GLEs/SIEs risk management processes. • Actively manage challenging care transitions with LPHAs for high risk PS. • Function as the primary liaison with DMH's Legal Office regarding Team's PS subject to Guardianship. Request Guardianship applications from DMH. Lead the Team's efforts to maintain existing guardianships and assist in the Guardianship petition process when needed for Team PS. Track Guardianship status, gather or complete necessary paperwork (e.g., affidavits); consult with Team Psychiatrist on possible competency evaluations needed; acquire, verify, and communicate to the ACCS Team members about the specific legal scope and clinical implications of the guardianship terms for each PS subject to guardianship. • Function as Primary liaison to DMH risk management professionals and to Care Coordination entities as needed for high risk PS. • Notify DMH Site Office of significant events and critical incidents. • Manage adverse events, ensure plans and corrective actions are implemented and reported. • Request Risk Management assistance from DMH as needed. • Request additional testing from internal or external resources as needed for high-risk PS, competency evaluations, etc. Inform DMH regarding discharges planned and outreach provided predischarge as needed. • Ensure Team's adherence to Vinfen's Risk Mitigation protocols, policies and procedures. • Analyze risk data to inform future practice improvements. • Conduct Treatment Planning meetings as needed. • Work with and direct the action of Integrated Team Consulting Psychologist and Occupational Therapist. Request consultation from Vinfen's Clinical, Medical, Rehabilitation and Recovery senior leaders as needed. • Covers Integrated Team Leader's duties during absences. • May perform LPHA coverage duties when LPHA staff are absent. • Participate as member of the Assistant Team Leader Community of Practice Workgroup led by Vinfen's Clinical Directors for licensure-specific supervision, continuous professional role competency development, mentoring and learning. • Participate in internal and external committees, meetings, and other activities as assigned. • Perform other related duties, as assigned. Knowledge and Skills: • Strong commitment to the right and ability of people served by ACCS to live, work, have meaningful relationships and receive the clinical treatment, resources and supports needed to thrive in their community of choice • Extensive knowledge of clinical treatment principles and modalities, best practices and evidence-based practices, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Addiction Treatment; Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral and Treatment (SBIRT); Housing First; Stages of Change; Seeking Safety, Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) and Cognitive Behavioral interventions. • Extensive knowledge of engagement strategies • Extensive knowledge of risk management and mitigation strategies • Extensive knowledge of recovery-oriented, person-centered and strengths-based values and principles and modalities, and knowledge of Peer Support principles and evidence-based practices, including the ethical standards of Certified Peer Specialists and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP), empowerment and self-advocacy techniques • Knowledge of the effects of prejudice including internalized negative attitudes about oneself, discrimination, and oppression of people with psychiatric disorders, and the effects of poverty. • Extensive knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally competent services • Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability and gender issues of PS • Knowledge of human, legal, and civil rights of PS • Knowledge of emergency services and acute care systems • Knowledge of community based mental health, health care, care coordination and other services and resources available to PS • Knowledge of health risks of psychiatric disability • Skills and competence to train, formulate and supervise clinicians to provide treatment interventions, best, evidence-informed and evidence-based practices, and supportive trusting relationships with PS • Extensive knowledge of self-management, risk management and reduction, crisis intervention techniques and psychiatric advanced directives • Extensive knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices • Knowledge of operations management procedures and practices • Knowledge and use of different communication and learning styles and supervisory techniques. • Knowledge of organizational, strategic, participatory, and collaborative skills • Knowledge of data-driven decision-making processes and ability to encourage others to use data analysis to improve operational performance • Ability to provide leadership and management to team staff • Ability to make independent judgments and decisions • Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity • Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment • Extensive knowledge of documentation standards and requirements About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit *********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Job Requirements: • Masters, Ph.D or Psy.D in relevant professional field required. • LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, LABA, LRC, LADC 1, OTR, RN or Licensed Psychologist in state of service required. • One-year clinical experience in progressively responsible positions working with people with psychiatric disability and/or co-occurring disorders required. • Must have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport PS. • Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions. Driving Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. Physical Effort: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Additional Certifications Required: CPR required within first two weeks of hire First Aid required within two weeks of hire MAP required within 150 days of hire Pay Range USD $82,280.00 - USD $82,280.00 /Yr.

Do you want to work for an agency that cares about clients and staff? Do you want to work for an agency that has been voted a TOP PLACE TO WORK for 10 years in a row? Do you want to use your skills to help others? If you said yes, we at JRI are looking for you!! JUSTICE RESOURCE INSTITUTE (JRI) seeks a detailed-oriented Long-Term Services and Support (LTSS) Supervisor. The LTSS Supervisor has a flexible schedule working as a Part-Time Care Coordinator with a caseload of clients and as a Part-Time Supervisor. The LTSS Supervisor provides team oversight of care coordination and clinical care management for MassHealth Members with complex medical and behavioral health needs who are enrolled in an Accountable Care Organization (ACO) or Managed Care Organization (MCO) plan. The Supervisor collaborates with the Community Partner team and the clinical staff of each Enrollee's ACO/MCO's plan to minimize duplicative efforts, promote integrated care, ensure quality and continuity of care, and support the values of person-centered planning. The Supervisor is at the helm of organizing and coordinating resources and services in response to the Enrollees' healthcare needs across multiple settings, and inclusive of both LTSS and SDH needs. This role drives assessment and care planning, care transitions, health and wellness coaching, as well as community and social services connections across a multi-disciplinary care team for CCP enrollees. Compensation: The pay range for this position is $20.00 to $30.00 per hour. The listed range reflects what we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for this role at the time of posting the position. The actual compensation an employee is offered may vary based on several factors such as experience, education, licensure, certifications and qualifications. This range may be modified in the future. JRI provides the training so that: YOU will be able to develop and utilize your clinical skills, managerial skills and overall leadership skills to guide effective trauma-based treatment. YOU will be able to develop and utilize your leadership skills by providing complete oversight of programming including oversight of the operations of all client services and supports set forth by licensing and regulatory partners. YOU will be able to ensure that all staff are working toward a shared mission and vision of the program and provide direct supervision to departmental leaders/Administrators. REQUIREMENTS: A Master's Degree in social work, human services, psychology, sociology, or related field is required. Clinical licensure (LICSW, LCSW, LMHC) is required. Applicants must have at least five years of experience working with pediatric populations, with at least three years supervisory experience required. Applicants should have excellent communication skills (oral and written) and demonstrated leadership abilities. Experience or knowledge of social service organizations and health care providers for youths with Long-Term Services and Support Needs preferred. Excellent collaboration and communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across the organization, key provider partners, and ACO/MCO plans as well as state agencies to build a robust LTSS capacity. Demonstrated ability to establish and manage performance and outcome metrics. Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills. Applicants must be knowledgeable in growth and development; able to obtain and interpret information in terms of the needs of complex medical and behavioral health needs, intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families; and understand the range of interventions and treatments required by this population. Applicants must maintain a valid driver's license, as driving is a requirement for this position using a personal vehicle. Available to flexible scheduling to support families and staff as needed. Background and driving record checks will be performed. WHY JRI? Be who you are! JRI is committed to creating a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and opportunity, where every employee is valued and supported in making a meaningful impact. We offer a $2,000 bilingual bonus to new hires who speak a second language other than English! Language must be applicable to the population served. Reimbursement is available for employees to cover the registration costs and annual fees for any professional license required for work such as LMHC, LCSW, LICSW, RN and more! Access to our excellent Blue Cross medical and Delta Dental benefits. Retirement benefits including 401K matched up to $800 a year and pension after 5 years of employment. Professional development opportunities such as tuition reimbursement up to almost $4000 per year and discounted tuition rates to select partnership colleges and universities! Wellness benefits including access to employee engagement groups, self-care resources, and an Employee Assistance Program. Generous paid time off up to 19 days for full time employees in your first year and much more! At JRI, we are committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. We believe that a culture built on mutual respect, collaboration, and opportunity allows our staff to thrive and do their best work. By supporting one another and recognizing each person's contributions, we create an environment where people can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. JRI is an equal opportunity employer.

Schedule: Mon, Wed-Fri 8am-6pm; OR Mon-Fri 8am-4pm Salary: $78,480 / year The Lead Clinician for Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) works as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing treatment, rehabilitation and support services to adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses. Working under the director of the Team Leader and Psychiatrist, the Lead Clinician will assist in providing clinical leadership in treatment planning, take a lead role in coordinating Individual Treatment Team (ITT) duties and responsibilities and ensure that all documentation is complete and accurate. Provide case management and ongoing assessment for an assigned group of persons served, including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual treatment team (ITT) Assuming primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating, and revising overall Individual Action Plan (IAP) goals and plan in conjunction with ITT Provide individual supportive therapy and symptom management, ensuring immediate changes are made in the IAP as a person served needs change; educate and support persons served families, and advocate for person served rights and preferences. Conduct a comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history, mental status, and diagnosis; physical and dental health; use of drugs or alcohol; education and employment; social development and functioning activities of daily living; and family structure and relationships Act as a liaison and consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process Provide on-call crisis intervention Other duties as required Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more 15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more) Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility Professional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUs Retirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer sponsored retirement plan and an employee funded 403 (b) plan Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) $500 -- $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap! Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs and more! About Us Founded in 1977, for over 40 years Vinfen has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that "transforms lives" by building the capacity of individuals, families, organizations and communities to learn, thrive and achieve their goals. Vinfen supports thousands of adolescents and adults with psychiatric, developmental and behavioral disabilities at more than 200 sites with over 3,000 employees in eastern Massachusetts and Connecticut. ********************** Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Keywords: LCSW, LMHC, LICSW, VinfenLPHA

The ACCS Assistant Team Leader serves as a primary resource for management, clinical expertise and staff development of an Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) Team. The ACCS Teams are interdisciplinary teams of outreach workers designed to provide comprehensive clinical and rehabilitative services to adults with psychiatric conditions. Working under the ACCS Team Leader, the ACCS Assistant Team Leader monitors engagement of all Persons Served (PS), selects intervention strategies for those who are difficult to engage, and designs strategies which will ultimately reduce barriers to living independently in their communities. The ACCS Assistant Team Leader will train, mentor and model clinical evidence-based practices to all team members and to staff based in Group Living Environments and Supported Independent Environments (GLE/SIE). Job Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in the oversight of clinical programming and service delivery by the team to ensure the needs of Persons Served are adequately met. Provide clinical supervision to clinically licensed and other assigned staff. Provide competency-based staff training on clinical evidence-based practices to ACCS team members and GLE/SIE Program Directors Consult with Licensed staff on appropriate clinical interventions for treatment plans, care transitions, and crisis prevention tactics Function as a primary liaison with the Department of Mental Health. Perform other related duties as assigned. Keywords: ACCSLPHA, LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Outreach services, clinician, mental health services, psychiatric services, supervisor, leadership, VinfenLPHA Responsibilities Job Duties and Responsibilities: The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below: • Oversee clinical programming and service delivery by the team.• Provide clinical supervision to clinically licensed and other assigned staff.• Monitor engagement status of all PS, consult on intervention strategies, and support LPHAs in effectively addressing lack of initial or sustained engagement for any PS, so that PS are not discharged due to disengagement from services or homelessness.• Join with LPHA and Lead Peer Specialist in orientation, engagement and enrollment activities for PS presenting high risk behaviors.• Provide competency-based staff training on clinical evidence-based practices and best practices to team members and GLE/SIE Program Directors, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Addiction Treatment; Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral and Treatment (SBIRT); Housing First; Stages of Change; Seeking Safety, and Cognitive Behavioral interventions, as well as the development of Safety Plans and Crisis Prevention and Response Plans, 8 Dimensions of Wellness, and documentation process and standards.• Mentor and model the use of best practices and evidence-based practice interventions for all staff.• Support staffs' use of trauma informed, recovery-oriented, person-centered, culturally competent and strengths-based approaches and skills training techniques in their work.• Support LPHA and Licensed staff performance, including offering role-based and licensure specific supervision, giving consistent and direct performance feedback, completing competency-based assessments, and providing field supervision to directly observe LPHA and Licensed staff interactions and work with PS.• Promote healthcare and employment and education services access for PS.• Promote engagement, housing permanency, community tenure, achievement of greater self- sufficiency and successful completion of service.ACCS Assistant Team Leader - PRD 2• Consult with LPHAs and Licensed staff on appropriate clinical interventions for treatment plans for difficult to engage PS.• Regularly review LPHA treatment plans to ensure treatment is effective in addressing the PS's needs and goals that led to enrollment, barriers to movement, or additional needs identified while enrolled in ACCS, and that timely, thorough and thoughtful documentation of PS needs and services is provided.• Oversee all clinical risk assessment and management strategies and protocols employed by the team so that PS clinical risks are mitigated and proactively addressed. Meet directly with PS as needed to perform assessments, negotiate program participation, etc.• Consult with LPHAs as needed to complete Safety Plans and/or Crisis Prevention and Response Plans for PS.• Select treatment interventions for PS who have high risk behaviors and/or histories as needed.• Determine PS high risk alert status.• Lead team efforts in crisis prevention and intervention for high risk PS.• Provide training to all team staff, including GLE/SIE staff on risk management and reduction.• Manage adherence to risk management and staff safety procedures by all staff.• Provide on-site consultation to GLE/SIE staff with LPHA as needed, to address engagement, risk and/or other clinical needs of PS. Ensure the seamless integration of Team and GLEs/SIEs risk management processes.• Actively manage challenging care transitions with LPHAs for high risk PS.• Function as the primary liaison with DMH's Legal Office regarding Team's PS subject to Guardianship. Request Guardianship applications from DMH. Lead the Team's efforts to maintain existing guardianships and assist in the Guardianship petition process when needed for Team PS. Track Guardianship status, gather or complete necessary paperwork (e.g., affidavits); consult with Team Psychiatrist on possible competency evaluations needed; acquire, verify, and communicate to the ACCS Team members about the specific legal scope and clinical implications of the guardianship terms for each PS subject to guardianship.• Function as Primary liaison to DMH risk management professionals and to Care Coordination entities as needed for high risk PS.• Notify DMH Site Office of significant events and critical incidents.• Manage adverse events, ensure plans and corrective actions are implemented and reported.• Request Risk Management assistance from DMH as needed.• Request additional testing from internal or external resources as needed for high risk PS, competency evaluations, etc. Inform DMH regarding discharges planned and outreach provided pre- discharge as needed.• Ensure Team's adherence to Vinfen's Risk Mitigation protocols, policies and procedures.• Analyze risk data to inform future practice improvements.• Conduct Treatment Planning meetings as needed.• Work with and direct the action of Integrated Team Consulting Psychologist and Occupational Therapist. Request consultation from Vinfen's Clinical, Medical, Rehabilitation and Recovery senior leaders as needed.• Covers Integrated Team Leader's duties during absences.• May perform LPHA coverage duties when LPHA staff are absent.• Participate as member of the Assistant Team Leader Community of Practice Workgroup led by Vinfen's Clinical Directors for licensure-specific supervision, continuous professional role competency development, mentoring and learning.• Participate in internal and external committees, meetings, and other activities as assigned.• Perform other related duties, as assigned.About Vinfen Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes: A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance! Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!) Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 days of Vacation per year 11 Paid Holidays 10 Sick Days per year 3 Personal Days per year Educational Assistance and Remission Programs $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap! Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more! About Us: Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit *********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Masters, Ph.D or Psy.D in relevant professional field required. LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, LRC, LADC 1, OTR, or RN or Licensed Psychologist in state of service required. One year clinical experience in progressively responsible positions working with people with psychiatric disability and/or co-occurring disorders required. Must have access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport PS. Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions. Driving is a requirement for this position. You must have access to a fully insured, licensed vehicle that you are willing to use in the course of your daily work. All candidates for this position must be a least 21 years of age and be able to pass a CORI, driving record, reference, educational and professional licensure check as well as a multi-state background check. Pay Range USD $82,280.00 - USD $82,200.00 /Yr.

Schedule: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm Salary: $52,620 / year New Hire Sign on bonus:$2000; $666 upon completion of 30 days, $666 upon completion of 6 months, $668 upon completion of 9 months The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist provides leadership to team members with lived experience in order to promote the functioning and full integration of adults receiving psychiatric rehabilitation services into their communities. As an ACCS Lead Peer Specialist you ensure that each Persons Served will receive relevant and well suited services that they need by acting a liaison between team Peer Specialists and other clinical team members. In this role you will also provide leadership through new staff orientation, training and supervision to ensure that quality of services is maintained. In this role you will draw upon your own personal experiences with recovery in order to successfully build skills needed for independency. Responsibilities will include: Join with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred Persons Served. Focus on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support his/her understanding of services and support available. Build a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, work with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Help person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. Share personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Introduce and provide "warm hand off" for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. Maintain close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. Provide support, education and advocacy to PS, especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes: A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance! Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!) Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 days of Vacation per year 11 Paid Holidays 10 Sick Days per year 3 Personal Days per year Educational Assistance and Remission Programs $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap! Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more! About Us Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit ********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Keywords: Peer Specialist, PeerSpecialist, CPS, advocacy, PeerSupport, VinfenPS

Schedule: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm Salary: $52,620 / year New Hire Sign-on bonus:$2000; $666 upon completion of 30 days, $666 upon completion of 6 months, $668 upon completion of 9 months The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist provides leadership to team members with lived experience in order to promote the functioning and full integration of adults receiving psychiatric rehabilitation services into their communities. As an ACCS Lead Peer Specialist you ensure that each Persons Served will receive relevant and well suited services that they need by acting a liaison between team Peer Specialists and other clinical team members. In this role you will also provide leadership through new staff orientation, training and supervision to ensure that quality of services is maintained. In this role you will draw upon your own personal experiences with recovery in order to successfully build skills needed for independency. Responsibilities will include: Join with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred Persons Served. Focus on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support his/her understanding of services and support available. Build a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, work with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Help person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. Share personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Introduce and provide "warm hand off" for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. Maintain close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. Provide support, education and advocacy to PS, especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes: A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance! Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!) Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 days of Vacation per year 11 Paid Holidays 10 Sick Days per year 3 Personal Days per year Educational Assistance and Remission Programs $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap! Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more! Founded in 1977, for over 40 years Vinfen has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that "transforms lives" by building the capacity of individuals, families, organizations and communities to learn, thrive and achieve their goals. Vinfen supports thousands of adolescents and adults with psychiatric, developmental and behavioral disabilities at more than 200 sites with 2,800 employees in eastern Massachusetts and Connecticut. ********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Keywords: Peer Specialist, PeerSpecialist, CPS, advocacy, PeerSupport, VinfenPS

The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist promotes the engagement, hope and the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Welcomes, orients and engages PS into service, collaborates with LPHA to determine needed services. Helps PS explore their options and gain the confidence, skills, and resources needed to succeed in goals. Directly supervises the Team's Peer Specialists. SIGN ON BONUS: $2K Responsibilities The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below: * Joins with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred PS within 72 hours. Focuses on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support their understanding of services and support available. Builds a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, works with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Helps person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. * Shares personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges - particularly for young adults and elders. * Introduces and provides "warm hand off" for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. * Maintains close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. * Engages PS in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self-learning. * Promotes healthcare and employment services access for PS. * Promotes engagement, safe housing, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service for all PS. * Helps maximize choices available to PS as well as their self-determination, and participation and decision-making in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their treatment, care coordination, and support services. * Facilitates Peer Support groups. Connect PS with both psychiatric conditions and substance use/addiction to recovery tools and resources. * Implements Peer Support-oriented Treatment Plan interventions with PS. Completes documentation only in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist training standards. * Helps PS develop self-advocacy skills, individually or in groups. * Provides information and training on recovery and self-management plans and strategies - including, facilitating the PS completion of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) individually or in a group. * Assists PS in strengthening relationships with chosen family and friends. * Assists PS in linking to other community services and build Recovery and support networks outside the service system - both actual and electronic, including services and networks for people with co-occurring disorders for mutual help and Recovery support groups. * Provides on-going problem solving, skill training, and side-by-side support to help PS improve their daily living skills and abilities. Models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies for PS. * Teaches, consults and collaborates with Team members to ensure recovery values, language, and culture are promoted and upheld. * On-boards, orients and coaches new Team Peer Specialists by using shadowing of experienced Peer Specialists, reviewing the application of Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics to the Team's work, etc. * Uses and models for other ACCS staff recovery-oriented, person-centered, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, Housing First, Stages of Change; trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based approaches to help PS think through their current life circumstances compared to their hopes and plans for the future. * Performs, trains, supervises, mentors, and models evidenced-based recovery-oriented interventions for PS, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Housing First; Stages of Change and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). * Supervises Peer Specialists. Provide training, guidance and consultation to Team Peer Specialists to maintain integrity to the Peer role and adherence to Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics. Helps Peer Specialists problem solve potential ethical conflicts, support their voice of Recovery in Team interactions, and mentor each on how to be effective in their work as a Peer Specialist. Communicates frequently with Team Leader and meets with TL regularly to review performance and resolve any Peer Specialist performance issues. * Leads the Team's Peer Specialists' efforts to organize and deliver Peer Support to PS. * Visits all GLEs and SIE settings regularly to provide Peer Support. * Facilitates Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups. * Receives consultative and educative supervision, consultation and training from Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services at least monthly, and upon request. * Engages as a member of the Lead Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup, led by Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services, for continuous role competency development and learning, and to provide leadership with feedback and input in policy and program development and work decisions. * May co-facilitate Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup. * Performs other related duties, as assigned. Knowledge and Skills: * Willing to use and share their personal, practical experience of recovery process, wellness management, and the personal effort and commitment required for PS to have a full and satisfying life in the community. * Strong commitments to the right and ability of people served to live, work, have meaningful relationships, and receive the resources and supports needed in their community of choice. * Knowledge of Peer Support practices and ethical standards * Knowledge of person-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented values, principles and modalities • Ability to create and maintain supportive, trusting relationships with PS by the program. * Commitment to maintain confidentiality of PS. * Knowledge of engagement and participatory planning techniques * Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender differences of PS * Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques * Respect for and knowledge of legal, civil, and human rights of PS. * Knowledge of community and other resources * Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team. * Ability to promote psychiatric advance directives and relapse prevention techniques. * Ability to balance competing priorities. * Ability to make independent judgments and decisions. * Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit ********************** My Vinfen. My Community. My Job. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Job Requirements: * One to three years' experience providing peer support to people with psychiatric disability and/or cooccurring disorders required. * Personal, first-hand experience (not just having a friend or family member) being a recipient of the mental health system, which encompasses experiences such as psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient services/therapy, experience with psychiatric medications, and/or participating in mental health groups in the community. While a formal mental health diagnosis is not required, your involvement with mental health services must be related to your experience with mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption. Preferred /Required Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree from accredited school or Associate's degree strongly preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training. Driving Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. Physical Effort: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Required Certifications: * CPR required within first two weeks of hire. * First Aid required within two weeks of hire. Required Credentials/Licenses: Must become a Certified Peer Specialist OR obtain Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery "Recovery Coach Academy" certificate of completion within 6 months of hire Pay Range USD $52,620.00 - USD $52,620.00 /Yr.

The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist promotes the engagement, hope and the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Welcomes, orients and engages PS into service, collaborates with LPHA to determine needed services. Helps PS explore their options and gain the confidence, skills, and resources needed to succeed in goals. Directly supervises the Team's Peer Specialists. SIGN ON BONUS: $2K Responsibilities The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below: • Joins with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred PS within 72 hours. Focuses on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support their understanding of services and support available. Builds a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, works with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Helps person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. • Shares personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges - particularly for young adults and elders. • Introduces and provides “warm hand off” for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. • Maintains close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. • Engages PS in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self-learning. • Promotes healthcare and employment services access for PS. • Promotes engagement, safe housing, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service for all PS. • Helps maximize choices available to PS as well as their self-determination, and participation and decision-making in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their treatment, care coordination, and support services. • Facilitates Peer Support groups. Connect PS with both psychiatric conditions and substance use/addiction to recovery tools and resources. • Implements Peer Support-oriented Treatment Plan interventions with PS. Completes documentation only in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist training standards. • Helps PS develop self-advocacy skills, individually or in groups. • Provides information and training on recovery and self-management plans and strategies - including, facilitating the PS completion of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) individually or in a group. • Assists PS in strengthening relationships with chosen family and friends. • Assists PS in linking to other community services and build Recovery and support networks outside the service system - both actual and electronic, including services and networks for people with co-occurring disorders for mutual help and Recovery support groups. • Provides on-going problem solving, skill training, and side-by-side support to help PS improve their daily living skills and abilities. Models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies for PS. • Teaches, consults and collaborates with Team members to ensure recovery values, language, and culture are promoted and upheld. • On-boards, orients and coaches new Team Peer Specialists by using shadowing of experienced Peer Specialists, reviewing the application of Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics to the Team's work, etc. • Uses and models for other ACCS staff recovery-oriented, person-centered, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, Housing First, Stages of Change; trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based approaches to help PS think through their current life circumstances compared to their hopes and plans for the future. • Performs, trains, supervises, mentors, and models evidenced-based recovery-oriented interventions for PS, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Housing First; Stages of Change and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). • Supervises Peer Specialists. Provide training, guidance and consultation to Team Peer Specialists to maintain integrity to the Peer role and adherence to Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics. Helps Peer Specialists problem solve potential ethical conflicts, support their voice of Recovery in Team interactions, and mentor each on how to be effective in their work as a Peer Specialist. Communicates frequently with Team Leader and meets with TL regularly to review performance and resolve any Peer Specialist performance issues. • Leads the Team's Peer Specialists' efforts to organize and deliver Peer Support to PS. • Visits all GLEs and SIE settings regularly to provide Peer Support. • Facilitates Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups. • Receives consultative and educative supervision, consultation and training from Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services at least monthly, and upon request. • Engages as a member of the Lead Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup, led by Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services, for continuous role competency development and learning, and to provide leadership with feedback and input in policy and program development and work decisions. • May co-facilitate Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup. • Performs other related duties, as assigned. Knowledge and Skills: • Willing to use and share their personal, practical experience of recovery process, wellness management, and the personal effort and commitment required for PS to have a full and satisfying life in the community. • Strong commitments to the right and ability of people served to live, work, have meaningful relationships, and receive the resources and supports needed in their community of choice. • Knowledge of Peer Support practices and ethical standards • Knowledge of person-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented values, principles and modalities • Ability to create and maintain supportive, trusting relationships with PS by the program. • Commitment to maintain confidentiality of PS. • Knowledge of engagement and participatory planning techniques • Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender differences of PS • Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques • Respect for and knowledge of legal, civil, and human rights of PS. • Knowledge of community and other resources • Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team. • Ability to promote psychiatric advance directives and relapse prevention techniques. • Ability to balance competing priorities. • Ability to make independent judgments and decisions. • Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit ********************** My Vinfen. My Community. My Job. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Job Requirements: • One to three years' experience providing peer support to people with psychiatric disability and/or cooccurring disorders required. • Personal, first-hand experience (not just having a friend or family member) being a recipient of the mental health system, which encompasses experiences such as psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient services/therapy, experience with psychiatric medications, and/or participating in mental health groups in the community. While a formal mental health diagnosis is not required, your involvement with mental health services must be related to your experience with mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption. Preferred /Required Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree from accredited school or Associate's degree strongly preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training. Driving Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. Physical Effort: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Required Certifications: • CPR required within first two weeks of hire. • First Aid required within two weeks of hire. Required Credentials/Licenses: Must become a Certified Peer Specialist OR obtain Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery “Recovery Coach Academy” certificate of completion within 6 months of hire Pay Range USD $52,620.00 - USD $52,620.00 /Yr.

The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist promotes the engagement, hope and the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Welcomes, orients and engages PS into service, collaborates with LPHA to determine needed services. Helps PS explore their options and gain the confidence, skills, and resources needed to succeed in goals. Directly supervises the Team's Peer Specialists. SIGN ON BONUS: $2K Responsibilities • Joins with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred PS within 72 hours. Focuses on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support their understanding of services and support available. Builds a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, works with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Helps person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. • Shares personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -particularly for young adults and elders. • Introduces and provides “warm hand off” for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. • Maintains close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. • Engages PS in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self learning. • Promotes healthcare and employment services access for PS. • Promotes engagement, safe housing, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service for all PS. • Helps maximize choices available to PS as well as their self-determination, and participation and decision-making in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their treatment, care coordination, and support services. • Facilitates Peer Support groups. Connect PS with both psychiatric conditions and substance use/addiction to recovery tools and resources. • Implements Peer Support-oriented Treatment Plan interventions with PS. Completes documentation only in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist training standards. • Helps PS develop self-advocacy skills, individually or in groups. • Provides information and training on recovery and self-management plans and strategies - including, facilitating the PS completion of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) individually or in a group. • Assists PS in strengthening relationships with chosen family and friends. • Assists PS in linking to other community services and build Recovery and support networks outside the service system - both actual and electronic, including services and networks for people with co-occurring disorders for mutual help and Recovery support groups. • Provides on-going problem solving, skill training, and side-by-side support to help PS improve their daily living skills and abilities. Models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies for PS. • Teaches, consults and collaborates with Team members to ensure recovery values, language, and culture are promoted and upheld. • On-boards, orients and coaches new Team Peer Specialists by using shadowing of experienced Peer Specialists, reviewing the application of Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics to the Team's work, etc. • Uses and models for other ACCS staff recovery-oriented, person-centered, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, Housing First, Stages of Change; trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based approaches to help PS think through their current life circumstances compared to their hopes and plans for the future. • Performs, trains, supervises, mentors, and models evidenced-based recovery-oriented interventions for PS, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Housing First; Stages of Change and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). • Supervises Peer Specialists. Provide training, guidance and consultation to Team Peer Specialists to maintain integrity to the Peer role and adherence to Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics. Helps Peer Specialists problem solve potential ethical conflicts, support their voice of Recovery in Team interactions, and mentor each on how to be effective in their work as a Peer Specialist. Communicates frequently with Team Leader and meets with TL regularly to review performance and resolve any Peer Specialist performance issues. • Leads the Team's Peer Specialists' efforts to organize and deliver Peer Support to PS. • Visits all GLEs and SIE settings regularly to provide Peer Support. • Facilitates Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups. • Receives consultative and educative supervision, consultation and training from Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services at least monthly, and upon request. • Engages as a member of the Lead Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup, led by Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services, for continuous role competency development and learning, and to provide leadership with feedback and input in policy and program development and work decisions. • May co-facilitate Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup. • Performs other related duties, as assigned. Important job exceptions: All Peer Specialists may not be involved with or trained in Medication Administration Program (MAP); perform any duties related to a PS Representative Payee ship, and any documentation performed must be in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards. Knowledge and Skills: • Willing to use and share their personal, practical experience of recovery process, wellness management, and the personal effort and commitment required for PS to have a full and satisfying life in the community. • Strong commitments to the right and ability of people served to live, work, have meaningful relationships, and receive the resources and support needed in their community of choice. • Knowledge of Peer Support and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards and practices • Knowledge of person-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented values, principles and modalities • Knowledge of Peer Support practices and ethical standards • Ability to create and maintain supportive, trusting relationships with persons served by ACCS. • Commitment to maintain confidentiality of persons served. • Knowledge of engagement and participatory planning techniques • Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender differences of persons served. • Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques • Respect for and knowledge of legal, civil, and human rights of persons served. • Knowledge of community and other resources • Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team. About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit ********************** My Vinfen. My Community. My Job. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Typical Requirements:• One to three years' experience providing peer support to people with psychiatric disability and/or co-occurring disorders required. • Personal, first-hand experience (not just having a friend or family member) being a recipient of the mental health system, which encompasses experiences such as psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient services/therapy, experience with psychiatric medications, and/or participating in mental health groups in the community. While a formal mental health diagnosis is not required, your involvement with mental health services must be related to your experience with mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption. Preferred /Required Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor's degree preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training. Driving Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. - If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. Physical Effort: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Additional Certifications Required: CPR required within two weeks of hire First Aid required within two weeks of hire Required Credentials/Licenses: Must become a Certified Peer Specialist OR obtain Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery “Recovery Coach Academy” certificate of completion within 6 months of hire. Pay Range USD $52,880.00 - USD $52,880.00 /Yr.

The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist promotes the engagement, hope and the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Welcomes, orients and engages PS into service, collaborates with LPHA to determine needed services. Helps PS explore their options and gain the confidence, skills, and resources needed to succeed in goals. Directly supervises the Team's Peer Specialists. Responsibilities Job Duties and Responsibilities: The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below: • Joins with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred PS within 72 hours. Focuses on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support their understanding of services and support available. Builds a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, works with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Helps person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake.• Shares personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges - particularly for young adults and elders.• Introduces and provides "warm hand off" for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together.• Maintains close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS.• Engages PS in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self-learning.• Promotes healthcare and employment services access for PS.• Promotes engagement, safe housing, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service for all PS.• Helps maximize choices available to PS as well as their self-determination, and participation and decision-making in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their treatment, care coordination, and support services.• Facilitates Peer Support groups. Connect PS with both psychiatric conditions and substance use/addiction to recovery tools and resources.• Implements Peer Support-oriented Treatment Plan interventions with PS. Completes documentation only in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist training standards.• Helps PS develop self-advocacy skills, individually or in groups.• Provides information and training on recovery and self-management plans and strategies - including, facilitating the PS completion of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) individually or in a group.• Assists PS in strengthening relationships with chosen family and friends.• Assists PS in linking to other community services and build Recovery and support networks outside the service system - both actual and electronic, including services and networks for people with co-occurring disorders for mutual help and Recovery support groups.• Provides on-going problem solving, skill training, and side-by-side support to help PS improve their daily living skills and abilities. Models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies for PS.• Teaches, consults and collaborates with Team members to ensure recovery values, language, and culture are promoted and upheld.• On-boards, orients and coaches new Team Peer Specialists by using shadowing of experienced Peer Specialists, reviewing the application of Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics to the Team's work, etc.• Uses and models for other ACCS staff recovery-oriented, person-centered, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, Housing First, Stages of Change; trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based approaches to help PS think through their current life circumstances compared to their hopes and plans for the future.• Performs, trains, supervises, mentors, and models evidenced-based recovery-oriented interventions for PS, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Housing First; Stages of Change and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP).• Supervises Peer Specialists. Provide training, guidance and consultation to Team Peer Specialists to maintain integrity to the Peer role and adherence to Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics. Helps Peer Specialists problem solve potential ethical conflicts, support their voice of Recovery in Team interactions, and mentor each on how to be effective in their work as a Peer Specialist. Communicates frequently with Team Leader and meets with TL regularly to review performance and resolve any Peer Specialist performance issues.• Leads the Team's Peer Specialists' efforts to organize and deliver Peer Support to PS.• Visits all GLEs and SIE settings regularly to provide Peer Support.• Facilitates Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups.• Receives consultative and educative supervision, consultation and training from Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services at least monthly, and upon request.• Engages as a member of the Lead Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup, led by Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services, for continuous role competency development and learning, and to provide leadership with feedback and input in policy and program development and work decisions.• May co-facilitate Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup.• Performs other related duties, as assigned. Knowledge and Skills: • Willing to use and share their personal, practical experience of recovery process, wellness management, and the personal effort and commitment required for PS to have a full and satisfying life in the community.• Strong commitments to the right and ability of people served to live, work, have meaningful relationships, and receive the resources and supports needed in their community of choice.• Knowledge of Peer Support practices and ethical standards• Knowledge of person-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented values, principles and modalities• Ability to create and maintain supportive, trusting relationships with PS by the program.• Commitment to maintain confidentiality of PS.• Knowledge of engagement and participatory planning techniques• Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender differences of PS• Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques• Respect for and knowledge of legal, civil, and human rights of PS.• Knowledge of community and other resources• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team.• Ability to promote psychiatric advance directives and relapse prevention techniques.• Ability to balance competing priorities.• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.• Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment Important job exceptions: All Peer Specialists may not be involved with or trained in Medication Administration Program (MAP); perform any duties related to a PS Representative Payeeship, and any documentation performed must be in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards. About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit *********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Typical Requirements: • One to three years' experience providing peer support to people with psychiatric disability and/or co-occuring disorders required.• Personal, first-hand experience (not just having a friend or family member) being a recipient of the mental health system, which encompasses experiences such as psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient services/therapy, experience with psychiatric medications, and/or participating in mental health groups in the community. While a formal mental health diagnosis is not required, your involvement with mental health services must be related to your experience with mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption. Preferred /Required Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree from accredited school or Associate's degree strongly preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training. Driving Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. Physical Effort: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Required Certifications: • CPR required within first two weeks of hire.• First Aid required within two weeks of hire. Required Credentials/Licenses: Must become a Certified Peer Specialist OR obtain Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery "Recovery Coach Academy" certificate of completion within 6 months of hire. Pay Range USD $52,620.00 - USD $52,620.00 /Yr.

Schedule: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Salary: $52,880 / year The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist provides leadership to team members with lived experience in order to promote the functioning and full integration of adults receiving psychiatric rehabilitation services into their communities. As an ACCS Lead Peer Specialist you ensure that each Persons Served will receive relevant and well suited services that they need by acting a liaison between team Peer Specialists and other clinical team members. In this role you will also provide leadership through new staff orientation, training and supervision to ensure that quality of services is maintained. In this role you will draw upon your own personal experiences with recovery in order to successfully build skills needed for independency. Responsibilities will include: Join with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred Persons Served. Focus on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support his/her understanding of services and support available. Build a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, work with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Help person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. Share personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Introduce and provide "warm hand off" for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. Maintain close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. Provide support, education and advocacy to PS, especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes: A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance! Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!) Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 days of Vacation per year 11 Paid Holidays 10 Sick Days per year 3 Personal Days per year Educational Assistance and Remission Programs $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap! Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more! Founded in 1977, for over 40 years Vinfen has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that "transforms lives" by building the capacity of individuals, families, organizations and communities to learn, thrive and achieve their goals. Vinfen supports thousands of adolescents and adults with psychiatric, developmental and behavioral disabilities at more than 200 sites with 2,800 employees in eastern Massachusetts and Connecticut. ********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Keywords: Peer Specialist, PeerSpecialist, CPS, advocacy, PeerSupport, VinfenPS

The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist promotes the engagement, hope and the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Welcomes, orients and engages PS into service, collaborates with LPHA to determine needed services. Helps PS explore their options and gain the confidence, skills, and resources needed to succeed in goals. Directly supervises the Team's Peer Specialists. Responsibilities Job Duties and Responsibilities: The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below: • Joins with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred PS within 72 hours. Focuses on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support their understanding of services and support available. Builds a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, works with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Helps person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake.• Shares personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges - particularly for young adults and elders.• Introduces and provides “warm hand off” for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together.• Maintains close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS.• Engages PS in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self-learning.• Promotes healthcare and employment services access for PS.• Promotes engagement, safe housing, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service for all PS.• Helps maximize choices available to PS as well as their self-determination, and participation and decision-making in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their treatment, care coordination, and support services.• Facilitates Peer Support groups. Connect PS with both psychiatric conditions and substance use/addiction to recovery tools and resources.• Implements Peer Support-oriented Treatment Plan interventions with PS. Completes documentation only in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist training standards.• Helps PS develop self-advocacy skills, individually or in groups.• Provides information and training on recovery and self-management plans and strategies - including, facilitating the PS completion of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) individually or in a group.• Assists PS in strengthening relationships with chosen family and friends.• Assists PS in linking to other community services and build Recovery and support networks outside the service system - both actual and electronic, including services and networks for people with co-occurring disorders for mutual help and Recovery support groups.• Provides on-going problem solving, skill training, and side-by-side support to help PS improve their daily living skills and abilities. Models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies for PS.• Teaches, consults and collaborates with Team members to ensure recovery values, language, and culture are promoted and upheld.• On-boards, orients and coaches new Team Peer Specialists by using shadowing of experienced Peer Specialists, reviewing the application of Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics to the Team's work, etc.• Uses and models for other ACCS staff recovery-oriented, person-centered, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, Housing First, Stages of Change; trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based approaches to help PS think through their current life circumstances compared to their hopes and plans for the future.• Performs, trains, supervises, mentors, and models evidenced-based recovery-oriented interventions for PS, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Housing First; Stages of Change and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP).• Supervises Peer Specialists. Provide training, guidance and consultation to Team Peer Specialists to maintain integrity to the Peer role and adherence to Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics. Helps Peer Specialists problem solve potential ethical conflicts, support their voice of Recovery in Team interactions, and mentor each on how to be effective in their work as a Peer Specialist. Communicates frequently with Team Leader and meets with TL regularly to review performance and resolve any Peer Specialist performance issues.• Leads the Team's Peer Specialists' efforts to organize and deliver Peer Support to PS.• Visits all GLEs and SIE settings regularly to provide Peer Support.• Facilitates Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups.• Receives consultative and educative supervision, consultation and training from Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services at least monthly, and upon request.• Engages as a member of the Lead Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup, led by Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services, for continuous role competency development and learning, and to provide leadership with feedback and input in policy and program development and work decisions.• May co-facilitate Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup.• Performs other related duties, as assigned. Knowledge and Skills: • Willing to use and share their personal, practical experience of recovery process, wellness management, and the personal effort and commitment required for PS to have a full and satisfying life in the community.• Strong commitments to the right and ability of people served to live, work, have meaningful relationships, and receive the resources and supports needed in their community of choice.• Knowledge of Peer Support practices and ethical standards• Knowledge of person-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented values, principles and modalities• Ability to create and maintain supportive, trusting relationships with PS by the program.• Commitment to maintain confidentiality of PS.• Knowledge of engagement and participatory planning techniques• Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender differences of PS• Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques• Respect for and knowledge of legal, civil, and human rights of PS.• Knowledge of community and other resources• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team.• Ability to promote psychiatric advance directives and relapse prevention techniques.• Ability to balance competing priorities.• Ability to make independent judgments and decisions.• Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment Important job exceptions: All Peer Specialists may not be involved with or trained in Medication Administration Program (MAP); perform any duties related to a PS Representative Payeeship, and any documentation performed must be in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards. About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit *********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Typical Requirements: • One to three years' experience providing peer support to people with psychiatric disability and/or co-occuring disorders required.• Personal, first-hand experience (not just having a friend or family member) being a recipient of the mental health system, which encompasses experiences such as psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient services/therapy, experience with psychiatric medications, and/or participating in mental health groups in the community. While a formal mental health diagnosis is not required, your involvement with mental health services must be related to your experience with mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption. Preferred /Required Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree from accredited school or Associate's degree strongly preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training. Driving Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. Physical Effort: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Required Certifications: • CPR required within first two weeks of hire.• First Aid required within two weeks of hire. Required Credentials/Licenses: Must become a Certified Peer Specialist OR obtain Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery “Recovery Coach Academy” certificate of completion within 6 months of hire.Pay Range USD $52,620.00 - USD $52,620.00 /Yr.

Schedule: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, rotating weekends Salary: $52,620 / year Sign on bonus: $2000; $666 upon completion of 30 days, $666 upon completion of 6 months, $668 upon completion of 9 months The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist provides leadership to team members with lived experience in order to promote the functioning and full integration of adults receiving psychiatric rehabilitation services into their communities. As an ACCS Lead Peer Specialist you ensure that each Persons Served will receive relevant and well suited services that they need by acting a liaison between team Peer Specialists and other clinical team members. In this role you will also provide leadership through new staff orientation, training and supervision to ensure that quality of services is maintained. In this role you will draw upon your own personal experiences with recovery in order to successfully build skills needed for independency. Responsibilities will include: Join with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred Persons Served. Focus on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support his/her understanding of services and support available. Build a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, work with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Help person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. Share personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Introduce and provide "warm hand off" for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. Maintain close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. Provide support, education and advocacy to PS, especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes: A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance! Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!) Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 days of Vacation per year 11 Paid Holidays 10 Sick Days per year 3 Personal Days per year Educational Assistance and Remission Programs $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap! Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more! About Us Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit ********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Keywords: Peer Specialist, PeerSpecialist, CPS, advocacy, PeerSupport, VinfenPS

The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist promotes the engagement, hope and the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Welcomes, orients and engages PS into service, collaborates with LPHA to determine needed services. Helps PS explore their options and gain the confidence, skills, and resources needed to succeed in goals. Directly supervises the Team's Peer Specialists. Responsibilities The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below: • Joins with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred PS within 72 hours. Focuses on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support their understanding of services and support available. Builds a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, works with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Helps person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. • Shares personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges - particularly for young adults and elders. • Introduces and provides “warm hand off” for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. • Maintains close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. • Engages PS in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self-learning. • Promotes healthcare and employment services access for PS. • Promotes engagement, safe housing, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service for all PS. • Helps maximize choices available to PS as well as their self-determination, and participation and decision-making in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their treatment, care coordination, and support services. • Facilitates Peer Support groups. Connect PS with both psychiatric conditions and substance use/addiction to recovery tools and resources. • Implements Peer Support-oriented Treatment Plan interventions with PS. Completes documentation only in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist training standards. • Helps PS develop self-advocacy skills, individually or in groups. • Provides information and training on recovery and self-management plans and strategies - including, facilitating the PS completion of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) individually or in a group. • Assists PS in strengthening relationships with chosen family and friends. • Assists PS in linking to other community services and build Recovery and support networks outside the service system - both actual and electronic, including services and networks for people with co-occurring disorders for mutual help and Recovery support groups. • Provides on-going problem solving, skill training, and side-by-side support to help PS improve their daily living skills and abilities. Models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies for PS. • Teaches, consults and collaborates with Team members to ensure recovery values, language, and culture are promoted and upheld. • On-boards, orients and coaches new Team Peer Specialists by using shadowing of experienced Peer Specialists, reviewing the application of Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics to the Team's work, etc. • Uses and models for other ACCS staff recovery-oriented, person-centered, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, Housing First, Stages of Change; trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based approaches to help PS think through their current life circumstances compared to their hopes and plans for the future. • Performs, trains, supervises, mentors, and models evidenced-based recovery-oriented interventions for PS, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Housing First; Stages of Change and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). • Supervises Peer Specialists. Provide training, guidance and consultation to Team Peer Specialists to maintain integrity to the Peer role and adherence to Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics. Helps Peer Specialists problem solve potential ethical conflicts, support their voice of Recovery in Team interactions, and mentor each on how to be effective in their work as a Peer Specialist. Communicates frequently with Team Leader and meets with TL regularly to review performance and resolve any Peer Specialist performance issues. • Leads the Team's Peer Specialists' efforts to organize and deliver Peer Support to PS. • Visits all GLEs and SIE settings regularly to provide Peer Support. • Facilitates Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups. • Receives consultative and educative supervision, consultation and training from Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services at least monthly, and upon request. • Engages as a member of the Lead Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup, led by Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services, for continuous role competency development and learning, and to provide leadership with feedback and input in policy and program development and work decisions. • May co-facilitate Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup. • Performs other related duties, as assigned. Important job exceptions: All Peer Specialists may not be involved with or trained in Medication Administration Program (MAP); perform any duties related to a PS Representative Payeeship, and any documentation performed must be in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards. Knowledge and Skills: • Willing to use and share their personal, practical experience of recovery process, wellness management, and the personal effort and commitment required for PS to have a full and satisfying life in the community. • Strong commitments to the right and ability of people served to live, work, have meaningful relationships, and receive the resources and supports needed in their community of choice. • Knowledge of Peer Support practices and ethical standards • Knowledge of person-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented values, principles and modalities • Ability to create and maintain supportive, trusting relationships with PS by the program. • Commitment to maintain confidentiality of PS. • Knowledge of engagement and participatory planning techniques • Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender differences of PS • Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques • Respect for and knowledge of legal, civil, and human rights of PS. • Knowledge of community and other resources • Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team. • Ability to promote psychiatric advance directives and relapse prevention techniques. • Ability to balance competing priorities. • Ability to make independent judgments and decisions. • Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipmen About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit *********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Pay Range USD $52,620.00 - USD $52,620.00 /Yr.

The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist promotes the engagement, hope and the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Welcomes, orients and engages PS into service, collaborates with LPHA to determine needed services. Helps PS explore their options and gain the confidence, skills, and resources needed to succeed in goals. Directly supervises the Team's Peer Specialists. SIGN ON BONUS: $3K Responsibilities • Joins with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred PS within 72 hours. Focuses on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support their understanding of services and support available. Builds a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, works with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Helps person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. • Shares personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -particularly for young adults and elders. • Introduces and provides “warm hand off” for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. • Maintains close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. • Engages PS in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self learning. • Promotes healthcare and employment services access for PS. • Promotes engagement, safe housing, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service for all PS. • Helps maximize choices available to PS as well as their self-determination, and participation and decision-making in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their treatment, care coordination, and support services. • Facilitates Peer Support groups. Connect PS with both psychiatric conditions and substance use/addiction to recovery tools and resources. • Implements Peer Support-oriented Treatment Plan interventions with PS. Completes documentation only in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist training standards. • Helps PS develop self-advocacy skills, individually or in groups. • Provides information and training on recovery and self-management plans and strategies - including, facilitating the PS completion of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) individually or in a group. • Assists PS in strengthening relationships with chosen family and friends. • Assists PS in linking to other community services and build Recovery and support networks outside the service system - both actual and electronic, including services and networks for people with co-occurring disorders for mutual help and Recovery support groups. • Provides on-going problem solving, skill training, and side-by-side support to help PS improve their daily living skills and abilities. Models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies for PS. • Teaches, consults and collaborates with Team members to ensure recovery values, language, and culture are promoted and upheld. • On-boards, orients and coaches new Team Peer Specialists by using shadowing of experienced Peer Specialists, reviewing the application of Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics to the Team's work, etc. • Uses and models for other ACCS staff recovery-oriented, person-centered, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, Housing First, Stages of Change; trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based approaches to help PS think through their current life circumstances compared to their hopes and plans for the future. • Performs, trains, supervises, mentors, and models evidenced-based recovery-oriented interventions for PS, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Housing First; Stages of Change and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). • Supervises Peer Specialists. Provide training, guidance and consultation to Team Peer Specialists to maintain integrity to the Peer role and adherence to Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics. Helps Peer Specialists problem solve potential ethical conflicts, support their voice of Recovery in Team interactions, and mentor each on how to be effective in their work as a Peer Specialist. Communicates frequently with Team Leader and meets with TL regularly to review performance and resolve any Peer Specialist performance issues. • Leads the Team's Peer Specialists' efforts to organize and deliver Peer Support to PS. • Visits all GLEs and SIE settings regularly to provide Peer Support. • Facilitates Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups. • Receives consultative and educative supervision, consultation and training from Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services at least monthly, and upon request. • Engages as a member of the Lead Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup, led by Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services, for continuous role competency development and learning, and to provide leadership with feedback and input in policy and program development and work decisions. • May co-facilitate Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup. • Performs other related duties, as assigned. Important job exceptions: All Peer Specialists may not be involved with or trained in Medication Administration Program (MAP); perform any duties related to a PS Representative Payee ship, and any documentation performed must be in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards. Knowledge and Skills: • Willing to use and share their personal, practical experience of recovery process, wellness management, and the personal effort and commitment required for PS to have a full and satisfying life in the community. • Strong commitments to the right and ability of people served to live, work, have meaningful relationships, and receive the resources and support needed in their community of choice. • Knowledge of Peer Support and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards and practices • Knowledge of person-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented values, principles and modalities • Knowledge of Peer Support practices and ethical standards • Ability to create and maintain supportive, trusting relationships with persons served by ACCS. • Commitment to maintain confidentiality of persons served. • Knowledge of engagement and participatory planning techniques • Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender differences of persons served. • Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques • Respect for and knowledge of legal, civil, and human rights of persons served. • Knowledge of community and other resources • Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team. About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit ********************** My Vinfen. My Community. My Job. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Typical Requirements:• One to three years' experience providing peer support to people with psychiatric disability and/or co-occurring disorders required. • Personal, first-hand experience (not just having a friend or family member) being a recipient of the mental health system, which encompasses experiences such as psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient services/therapy, experience with psychiatric medications, and/or participating in mental health groups in the community. While a formal mental health diagnosis is not required, your involvement with mental health services must be related to your experience with mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption. Preferred /Required Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor's degree preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training. Driving Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. - If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. Physical Effort: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Additional Certifications Required: CPR required within two weeks of hire First Aid required within two weeks of hire Required Credentials/Licenses: Must become a Certified Peer Specialist OR obtain Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery “Recovery Coach Academy” certificate of completion within 6 months of hire. Pay Range USD $52,620.00 - USD $52,620.00 /Yr.

Schedule: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Salary: $52,620 / year The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist provides leadership to team members with lived experience in order to promote the functioning and full integration of adults receiving psychiatric rehabilitation services into their communities. As an ACCS Lead Peer Specialist you ensure that each Persons Served will receive relevant and well suited services that they need by acting a liaison between team Peer Specialists and other clinical team members. In this role you will also provide leadership through new staff orientation, training and supervision to ensure that quality of services is maintained. In this role you will draw upon your own personal experiences with recovery in order to successfully build skills needed for independency. Responsibilities will include: Join with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred Persons Served. Focus on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support his/her understanding of services and support available. Build a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, work with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Help person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. Share personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Introduce and provide "warm hand off" for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. Maintain close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. Provide support, education and advocacy to PS, especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes: A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance! Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!) Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 days of Vacation per year 11 Paid Holidays 10 Sick Days per year 3 Personal Days per year Educational Assistance and Remission Programs $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap! Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more! Founded in 1977, for over 40 years Vinfen has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that "transforms lives" by building the capacity of individuals, families, organizations and communities to learn, thrive and achieve their goals. Vinfen supports thousands of adolescents and adults with psychiatric, developmental and behavioral disabilities at more than 200 sites with 2,800 employees in eastern Massachusetts and Connecticut. ********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Keywords: Peer Specialist, PeerSpecialist, CPS, advocacy, PeerSupport, VinfenPS

The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist promotes the engagement, hope and the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Welcomes, orients and engages PS into service, collaborates with LPHA to determine needed services. Helps PS explore their options and gain the confidence, skills, and resources needed to succeed in goals. Directly supervises the Team's Peer Specialists. SIGN ON BONUS: $2K Responsibilities * Joins with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred PS within 72 hours. Focuses on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support their understanding of services and support available. Builds a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, works with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Helps person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. • Shares personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -particularly for young adults and elders.• Introduces and provides "warm hand off" for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together.• Maintains close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS.• Engages PS in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self learning. • Promotes healthcare and employment services access for PS.• Promotes engagement, safe housing, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service for all PS. • Helps maximize choices available to PS as well as their self-determination, and participation and decision-making in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their treatment, care coordination, and support services.• Facilitates Peer Support groups. Connect PS with both psychiatric conditions and substance use/addiction to recovery tools and resources.• Implements Peer Support-oriented Treatment Plan interventions with PS. Completes documentation only in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist training standards.• Helps PS develop self-advocacy skills, individually or in groups.• Provides information and training on recovery and self-management plans and strategies - including, facilitating the PS completion of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) individually or in a group.• Assists PS in strengthening relationships with chosen family and friends.• Assists PS in linking to other community services and build Recovery and support networks outside the service system - both actual and electronic, including services and networks for people with co-occurring disorders for mutual help and Recovery support groups.• Provides on-going problem solving, skill training, and side-by-side support to help PS improve their daily living skills and abilities. Models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies for PS. • Teaches, consults and collaborates with Team members to ensure recovery values, language, and culture are promoted and upheld.• On-boards, orients and coaches new Team Peer Specialists by using shadowing of experienced Peer Specialists, reviewing the application of Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics to the Team's work, etc.• Uses and models for other ACCS staff recovery-oriented, person-centered, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, Housing First, Stages of Change; trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based approaches to help PS think through their current life circumstances compared to their hopes and plans for the future.• Performs, trains, supervises, mentors, and models evidenced-based recovery-oriented interventions for PS, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Housing First; Stages of Change and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). • Supervises Peer Specialists. Provide training, guidance and consultation to Team Peer Specialists to maintain integrity to the Peer role and adherence to Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics. Helps Peer Specialists problem solve potential ethical conflicts, support their voice of Recovery in Team interactions, and mentor each on how to be effective in their work as a Peer Specialist. Communicates frequently with Team Leader and meets with TL regularly to review performance and resolve any Peer Specialist performance issues.• Leads the Team's Peer Specialists' efforts to organize and deliver Peer Support to PS.• Visits all GLEs and SIE settings regularly to provide Peer Support.• Facilitates Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups.• Receives consultative and educative supervision, consultation and training from Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services at least monthly, and upon request.• Engages as a member of the Lead Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup, led by Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services, for continuous role competency development and learning, and to provide leadership with feedback and input in policy and program development and work decisions. • May co-facilitate Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup.• Performs other related duties, as assigned. Important job exceptions: All Peer Specialists may not be involved with or trained in Medication Administration Program (MAP); perform any duties related to a PS Representative Payee ship, and any documentation performed must be in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards. Knowledge and Skills:• Willing to use and share their personal, practical experience of recovery process, wellness management, and the personal effort and commitment required for PS to have a full and satisfying life in the community.• Strong commitments to the right and ability of people served to live, work, have meaningful relationships, and receive the resources and support needed in their community of choice.• Knowledge of Peer Support and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards and practices• Knowledge of person-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented values, principles and modalities• Knowledge of Peer Support practices and ethical standards• Ability to create and maintain supportive, trusting relationships with persons served by ACCS.• Commitment to maintain confidentiality of persons served.• Knowledge of engagement and participatory planning techniques• Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender differences of persons served.• Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques• Respect for and knowledge of legal, civil, and human rights of persons served.• Knowledge of community and other resources• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team. About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit *********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Typical Requirements:• One to three years' experience providing peer support to people with psychiatric disability and/or co-occurring disorders required.• Personal, first-hand experience (not just having a friend or family member) being a recipient of the mental health system, which encompasses experiences such as psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient services/therapy, experience with psychiatric medications, and/or participating in mental health groups in the community. While a formal mental health diagnosis is not required, your involvement with mental health services must be related to your experience with mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption. Preferred /Required Education:A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor's degree preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training. Driving Requirements:Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. - If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. Physical Effort:Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Additional Certifications Required:CPR required within two weeks of hire First Aid required within two weeks of hire Required Credentials/Licenses:Must become a Certified Peer Specialist OR obtain Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery "Recovery Coach Academy" certificate of completion within 6 months of hire. Pay Range USD $52,620.00 - USD $52,620.00 /Yr.

The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist promotes the engagement, hope and the full integration and functioning of Persons Served (PS) needed to live successfully in the community. Welcomes, orients and engages PS into service, collaborates with LPHA to determine needed services. Helps PS explore their options and gain the confidence, skills, and resources needed to succeed in goals. Directly supervises the Team's Peer Specialists. SIGN ON BONUS: $2K Responsibilities • Joins with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred PS within 72 hours. Focuses on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support their understanding of services and support available. Builds a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, works with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Helps person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. • Shares personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -particularly for young adults and elders. • Introduces and provides “warm hand off” for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. • Maintains close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. • Engages PS in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self learning. • Promotes healthcare and employment services access for PS. • Promotes engagement, safe housing, community tenure, achievement of greater self-sufficiency and successful completion of service for all PS. • Helps maximize choices available to PS as well as their self-determination, and participation and decision-making in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their treatment, care coordination, and support services. • Facilitates Peer Support groups. Connect PS with both psychiatric conditions and substance use/addiction to recovery tools and resources. • Implements Peer Support-oriented Treatment Plan interventions with PS. Completes documentation only in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist training standards. • Helps PS develop self-advocacy skills, individually or in groups. • Provides information and training on recovery and self-management plans and strategies - including, facilitating the PS completion of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) individually or in a group. • Assists PS in strengthening relationships with chosen family and friends. • Assists PS in linking to other community services and build Recovery and support networks outside the service system - both actual and electronic, including services and networks for people with co-occurring disorders for mutual help and Recovery support groups. • Provides on-going problem solving, skill training, and side-by-side support to help PS improve their daily living skills and abilities. Models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies for PS. • Teaches, consults and collaborates with Team members to ensure recovery values, language, and culture are promoted and upheld. • On-boards, orients and coaches new Team Peer Specialists by using shadowing of experienced Peer Specialists, reviewing the application of Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics to the Team's work, etc. • Uses and models for other ACCS staff recovery-oriented, person-centered, motivational interviewing, harm-reduction, Housing First, Stages of Change; trauma-informed, culturally competent, and strengths-based approaches to help PS think through their current life circumstances compared to their hopes and plans for the future. • Performs, trains, supervises, mentors, and models evidenced-based recovery-oriented interventions for PS, including Motivational Interviewing; Harm Reduction and Housing First; Stages of Change and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). • Supervises Peer Specialists. Provide training, guidance and consultation to Team Peer Specialists to maintain integrity to the Peer role and adherence to Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics. Helps Peer Specialists problem solve potential ethical conflicts, support their voice of Recovery in Team interactions, and mentor each on how to be effective in their work as a Peer Specialist. Communicates frequently with Team Leader and meets with TL regularly to review performance and resolve any Peer Specialist performance issues. • Leads the Team's Peer Specialists' efforts to organize and deliver Peer Support to PS. • Visits all GLEs and SIE settings regularly to provide Peer Support. • Facilitates Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) groups. • Receives consultative and educative supervision, consultation and training from Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services at least monthly, and upon request. • Engages as a member of the Lead Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup, led by Vinfen's Director of Recovery Services, for continuous role competency development and learning, and to provide leadership with feedback and input in policy and program development and work decisions. • May co-facilitate Peer Specialist Community of Practice Workgroup. • Performs other related duties, as assigned. Important job exceptions: All Peer Specialists may not be involved with or trained in Medication Administration Program (MAP); perform any duties related to a PS Representative Payee ship, and any documentation performed must be in accordance with Certified Peer Specialist and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards. Knowledge and Skills: • Willing to use and share their personal, practical experience of recovery process, wellness management, and the personal effort and commitment required for PS to have a full and satisfying life in the community. • Strong commitments to the right and ability of people served to live, work, have meaningful relationships, and receive the resources and support needed in their community of choice. • Knowledge of Peer Support and other applicable Codes of Ethics standards and practices • Knowledge of person-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented values, principles and modalities • Knowledge of Peer Support practices and ethical standards • Ability to create and maintain supportive, trusting relationships with persons served by ACCS. • Commitment to maintain confidentiality of persons served. • Knowledge of engagement and participatory planning techniques • Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender differences of persons served. • Knowledge and use of advocacy techniques • Respect for and knowledge of legal, civil, and human rights of persons served. • Knowledge of community and other resources • Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team. About Vinfen Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit *********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen. Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Qualifications Typical Requirements:• One to three years' experience providing peer support to people with psychiatric disability and/or co-occurring disorders required. • Personal, first-hand experience (not just having a friend or family member) being a recipient of the mental health system, which encompasses experiences such as psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient services/therapy, experience with psychiatric medications, and/or participating in mental health groups in the community. While a formal mental health diagnosis is not required, your involvement with mental health services must be related to your experience with mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption. Preferred /Required Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor's degree preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training. Driving Requirements: Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. - If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks. A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. Physical Effort: Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist PS with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with PS, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Additional Certifications Required: CPR required within two weeks of hire First Aid required within two weeks of hire Required Credentials/Licenses: Must become a Certified Peer Specialist OR obtain Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery “Recovery Coach Academy” certificate of completion within 6 months of hire. Pay Range USD $52,620.00 - USD $52,620.00 /Yr.

Schedule: Mon-Fri 10am- 6 pm Salary: $52,620/ year New Hire Sign on Bonus:$2000; $666 upon completion of 30 days, $666 upon completion of 6 months, $668 upon completion of 9 months The ACCS Lead Peer Specialist provides leadership to team members with lived experience in order to promote the functioning and full integration of adults receiving psychiatric rehabilitation services into their communities. As an ACCS Lead Peer Specialist you ensure that each Persons Served will receive relevant and well suited services that they need by acting a liaison between team Peer Specialists and other clinical team members. In this role you will also provide leadership through new staff orientation, training and supervision to ensure that quality of services is maintained. In this role you will draw upon your own personal experiences with recovery in order to successfully build skills needed for independency. Responsibilities will include: Join with Team LPHA Clinicians to initiate and conduct intake process for all referred Persons Served. Focus on welcoming, orienting and engaging PS to support his/her understanding of services and support available. Build a trusting relationship to promote the PS interest and active involvement in ACCS. When needed, work with PS on readiness for goal setting using established protocols. Help person complete 8 Dimensions of Wellness Assessment and Power Statement at intake. Share personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to PS; especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Introduce and provide "warm hand off" for PS to other Team Peer Specialists for future work together. Maintain close contact with PS who struggle with initial or sustained engagement in ACCS. Provide support, education and advocacy to PS, especially at times of service and life transitions; for example being discharged from a hospital, detoxification unit or respite setting, moving to their own apartment, or when facing life stage challenges -- particularly for young adults and elders. Response to Covid-19 Vinfen continues to follow the guidelines determined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, and the Connecticut Department of Public Health. Vinfen leadership along with Vinfen's medical staff are closely monitoring the pandemic on a daily basis and make decisions that are best for the safety and well-being of the Vinfen community. Our response to promote safety during the coronavirus includes: Hiring process conducted via virtual and phone interviews Virtual New Employee Orientation and Virtual Training Laptop and iPhone provided for eligible positions Increased sanitation measures in all programs and group homes Weekly virtual wellness and virtual group gatherings scheduled to maintain sense of community with team members PPE provided to all positions working closely with others Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security! Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes: A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance! Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!) Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance along with the option to purchase additional, voluntary, Short-Term disability insurance Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week): 15 days of Vacation per year 11 Paid Holidays 10 Sick Days per year 3 Personal Days per year Educational Assistance and Remission Programs $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap! Other generous benefits including discounted YMCA memberships, access to discounted movie tickets and more! Founded in 1977, for 40 years Vinfen has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that "transforms lives" by building the capacity of individuals, families, organizations and communities to learn, thrive and achieve their goals. Vinfen supports thousands of adolescents and adults with psychiatric, developmental and behavioral disabilities at more than 200 sites with 2,800 employees in eastern Massachusetts and Connecticut. ********************** My Job. My Community. My Vinfen Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Keywords: Peer Specialist, PeerSpecialist, CPS, advocacy, peer support, PeerSupport, VinfenPS