Peer Support Specialist, Department of Surgery Job at Virginia Commonwealth University
Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA 23284
Organizational Objective:
To provide support services for a multi-disciplinary, hospital-based violence intervention program, dedicated to reducing re-injury and mortality rates among youth and adults by providing intentionally injured patients with support during their hospital stay and beyond.
Description of General Responsibilities:
- Under the director of the Crisis Response Manager, will provide hospital and community based services to patients within the VCU Health System who have experienced intentional violent injury through assessment, crisis intervention and counseling.
- Will work with VCU Health staff to identify youth and adults admitted for violent injury and to engage youth, adults, and their families in a positive development program.
- Will work with hospital and community providers to participate in connecting patients to appropriate services.
- Will offer emotional support to patients who have experienced similar traumas.
- Will assist patients in identifying copying skills and practical tips on moving forward.
- Will serve as a positive role model to intentionally injured patients.
- Will provide accompaniment for victims of violent crime within the hospital, criminal justice system and other systems as needed.
- Will provide on-going case management and follow-up services post discharge for up to one year.
- Will perform other duties as needed.
Qualifications:
- Ability to understand and work with those at-risk for violence and their families
- Is a survivor of an intentional injury
- Ability to work collaboratively with families and community agencies
- Knowledge of community resources, human development, and trauma informed practices
- Ability to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary hospital program team, individuals and families experiencing community violence, and community providers
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Must agree to CPS and criminal background check
- Dependable transportation required
Hours of Operation:
Flexible shifts from 3p-11p Mon-Sun
Please note that if you are employed as a university employee working in any of the health system's facilities, you will need to follow VCU Health System policies, which will include but will not be limited to, vaccination requirements.
Salary Range: $18 - $22
Position Details:
Department: Department of Surgery
Employment Type: H1 - Hourly
Restricted Status: Yes
FTE: 0.5
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Jessica Carey
Contact Email: jessica.carey@vcuhealth.org
Contact Phone: 804-828-9662
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