Job Description
Responsibilities Lakeside Behavioral Health System
provides an excellent opportunity for those
seeking
to be part of a team-oriented and compassionate organization. Our staff tell us that our team is their number one reason for working at Lakeside
and
we offer competitive compensation, excellent comprehensive benefits, opportunities for advancement, tuition
assistance
, and paid time off.
Since 1969, Lakeside has been the premier provider of specialized behavioral health and addictive disease services in
the Memphis
and Mid-South
region
- The 365-bed facility is one of the largest free-standing psychiatric hospital
s
in the United States
We are located on a serene 37-acre campus in northeast Shelby County, serving as the setting for the treatment
for
children, adolescents, young adults, adults and seniors. Lakeside's comprehensive programs treat disorders such as bipolar disorder, psychological trauma, depression and anxiety, mental illness and addictive disease disorders such as alcoholism, drug addiction and substance abuse.
Job Description The Certified Peer Specialist Supervisor will ensure TRP has adequate peer staff to fill peer led groups. Provides weekly training for peers to allow growth in the role. Identifies curriculum that is appropriate for groups ( Create The Book). Assists the peer led activities on the unit and ensures creativity. Meets with patients to identify needs for the continuum of care through Lakeside. Creates a schedule for outside speakers and ensures policy is followed as it pertains to confidentiality forms signed and accountability. Ensures Peer drivers are taking patients to appropriate AA/NA meetings and fills in as needed. Oversees the cleanliness and organization of the apartments. Is able to randomly monitor the lodging program in the evenings whether that be at curfew or after hours. Submitting documentation each visit to the Director of Addiction Services. Will contribute
in
a peer support
capacity
to
facilitate
recovery and enhance wellness
The Certified Peer Specialist Supervisor serves as a role model for recovery for staff and consumers and helps consumers to develop self-help skills and build support networks. The Certified Peer Specialist Supervisor provides peer support in a manner that positively supports facility operations in a manner that is consistent with the philosophy and
objectives
of
Lakeside
Behavioral Health System.
This Opportunity Provides The Following a
challenging and rewarding work environmentÂ
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiariesÂ
- Competitive CompensationÂ
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan for full-time and part-time positions
- 401k plan with company match for full-time and part-time positions
- Generous Paid Time OffÂ
Qualifications Job Requirements Education High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience A minimum of three years' experience in a mental healthcare field preferred. One year experience in negotiating the mental health system (crisis services, vocational rehabilitation, human services, etc.)
Licensure/
Certification Current credentialing as a Certified Peer Specialist through the Department of
Behavioral Health and Mental Retardation Serv
ices preferred. Valid TN driver's li
cense and
MVR that
complies
with facility policy
Universal Health Services (UHS) One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its
inception
into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were
$14.3 billion
in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Afternoon shift,