Certified Peer Support Specialist PRN

%3Cp style=%22font-family: Arial; text-align: center;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cb%3ECertified Peer Support Specialist%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp style=%22font-family: Arial; text-align: center;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-size: 14px;%22%3E%3Cb%3EPRN Day Shift%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cb%3EWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3EWith over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to %3Ca href=%22https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/newsroom/articles/year-2022/july-us-news-best-hospital.html%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener%22%3EU.S. News %26amp; World Report%3C/a%3E, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you%27ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! %3C/p%3E%0A%3Cp%3E%3Cb%3EBENEFITS%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli%3EPPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3E100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EPaid Time Off, available day one%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3ERetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EPaid Parental Leave Benefit%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EWellness programs%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3ETuition Reimbursement%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3E%3Ca href=%22http://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/benefits/#top%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener%22%3ELearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%0A%3Cp style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cb%3EEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION%3C/b%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3ERequired%3C/b%3E%3Cb%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli%3E%3Cb%3EEducation%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3EHigh School Diploma or equivalent %3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%0A%3Cp style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cb%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli%3E%3Cb%3ELicenses and Certifications%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E(CPS) CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT Upon Hire %3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%0A%3Cp style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cb%3EJOB DUTIES%3C/b%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A%3Cli%3EProvides peer support services to patients with serious mental illnesses or substance use disorders. Under supervision, functions as role model to peers, promotes personal recovery and use of coping skills.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EServes as consumer advocate, providing consumer information and peer support for patients in inpatient setting. Assists patients in recovery goal setting.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAssists patients in developing personal goals for recovery through the use of individual and group sessions. Supports patients in identifying and creating goals and developing recovery plans with the resources necessary to aid in achieving those goals.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EUtilizes tools such as the Wellness Recovery Action Plan to assist patients in creating their own individual wellness and recovery plans%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAssist patients in connecting with support groups in the community.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EWorks with and under the guidance of the treatment team to utilize and promote problem solving techniques with individuals and groups; facilitates discussions regarding common concerns, barriers and experiences of patients and methods for coping.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAssist patients in finding services that support their recovery needs including community resources and groups, government services, employment resources and housing resources.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3ECommunicates appropriately with patients/families, physicians, and staff. Relays information to appropriate personnel in accurate and timely manner. Gives staff and charge nurse status reports on patient concerns. Immediately alerts nurse if patient/patient%27s family issues appear to be unresolved. Incorporates pure service principals in daily interactions.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EFollows all established policies when performing all tasks. Assumes accountability for all actions in the workplace. Reports errors promptly. Performs work duties in accordance with standard precautions and OSHA guidelines.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EMaintains working knowledge of current trends and developments in the mental health field by reading books, journals and other relevant materials. Attends continuing education seminars and other in-service training when offered.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAssists patients in developing empowerment skills and combating stigma through self-advocacy.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAttends at least 80% of scheduled staff meetings and 100% of mandatory educational sessions.%3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EPerforms other duties as assigned.%3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%0A%3Cp style=%22font-family: Arial;%22%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cb%3ESECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT%3C/b%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3ESecurity%3C/b%3E %3Cbr%3EThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3EEEO Statement%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.%3C/p%3E

Job Details
Primary Location: Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, 75390
Job: Allied Health
Organization: 866440 - 5 Orange - Psychiatry
Schedule: Per Diem - PRN
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Posting: Jul 24, 2026, 8:42:13 PM