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Join to apply for the Peer Support Specialist role at Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office . This job was posted with information from Kansas Works. First Step at Lake View offers alcohol and drug treatment designed to meet the unique needs of women, pregnant women, and women with dependent children. Lawrence Outpatient Treatment Services offers outpatient substance abuse treatment for adolescents and adults in the Lawrence, KS area. Position Overview Provides advocacy and support to individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) who are receiving services through Behavioral Health Services. Responsibilities Assists clients individually and in group settings to establish an Individual Wellness Recovery Action Plan. Assists clients in acquiring life skills and employment readiness. Transports and links clients to required services; participates in treatment planning and required case file documentation. Transports and links clients to required services; maintains required case file documentation as part of treatment planning. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent 21 years of age or older Minimum 2 years demonstrated personal recovery experience Completion of Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services 15-hour approved Peer to Peer Mentor education program within six months of employment Valid driver\'s license with a good driving record Must pass pre-employment background checks, reference checks and drug screening Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Overall computer knowledge and proficiency with database programs, spreadsheet programs, and word processing programs Ability to efficiently operate office equipment (computerized e-mail systems, calculators, copiers, fax machines, telephones, and voicemail) Effective listening, oral, and written communication skills, including face-to-face, on-site discussions; uses positive language Regular and predictable on-site attendance; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint Physical Requirements Stand, walk, sit, climb, or balance; reach with hands and arms; use hands to touch, handle, or feel Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally Work at a computer for extended periods; environment may involve discussing substance use disorder, mental health conditions, domestic abuse, etc. Vision: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus Travel Position requires travel, which may include driving personal or company-owned vehicles and/or driving with other passengers Note: Some motor vehicle infractions may render an individual ineligible to drive company-owned or personal vehicles for business Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries Public Relations and Communications Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office by 2x. Get notified about new Support Specialist jobs in Lawrence, KS. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office

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