Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Peer Support Worker (CPSW) to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to individuals facing various challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and behavioral health concerns. This role involves working closely with clients to empower them in their recovery journey and enhance their overall well-being. The Support Worker will utilize a variety of skills to facilitate effective interventions, promote positive behaviors, and foster a supportive environment.

About Vanguard Behavioral

Vanguard Behavioral is a behavioral IOP and RTC that provides a safe, nurturing environment for the treatment of mental health and substance abuse issues.

We offer innovative, customized treatment in both inpatient and outpatient programs, customizing our care based on your individual needs and preferences. Our compassionate and expert treatment is designed to help our patients move past their problems and take back control of their life. Vanguard provides both intensive inpatient and outpatient therapies that treat mental health and substance abuse at its core.

Our expert and customized treatment strategies offer relief from the debilitating symptoms of mental health and substance abuse disorders.

We are seeking talented Full-Time Care Coordinators.

As a Certified Peer Support Worker, you will provide direct patient care to patients under the supervision of our licensed professionals while maintaining a safe and efficient working and treatment environment. Your ability to collaborate effectively with clinicians and multidisciplinary team members to ensure safe quality patient care will be essential to success.

POSITION SUMMARY

• Must have Certified Peer Support Worker (CPSW) certification.
• Under the supervision of clinical, provide direct patient care to patients as assigned.
• Carry out all aspects of patient care and other assignments as directed by the Clinical Director
• Observe patients’ behavior
• Perform ongoing observation of the patients and milieu to ensure active treatment is provided and patients are participating.
• Respond appropriately and timely to patient requests.
• Report changes in patients’ condition or behavior to clinical
• Intervene appropriately with patients experiencing a behavioral crisis situation
• Report factors that may impede successful accomplishment of the treatment plan to the Charge Clinical.
• Provide patient educational information for identified learning needs.
• Facilitate educational/activity groups as assigned or when indicated using approved materials.
• Monitor vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis management and intervention services to clients in need.
• Assist clients in developing coping strategies and life skills through mentoring.
• Conduct assessments to identify client needs and create personalized support plans.
• Facilitate group sessions and individual counseling focused on behavioral health and mental health issues.
• Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to encourage clients towards positive change.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
• Maintain accurate documentation of client progress and interventions in accordance with organizational policies.
• Advocate for clients’ needs within the community and connect them with appropriate resources.

Skills

• Strong crisis management and crisis intervention abilities.
• Experience in mentoring individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of behavioral health principles and practices.
• Proficiency in mental health counseling techniques.
• Familiarity with addiction counseling methods and systems.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to build rapport with clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in social work practices.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Peer Support Worker (CPSW) Certification
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Albuquerque, NM 87110: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Albuquerque, NM 87110 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Albuquerque, NM 87110: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person