Peer Support Specialist - Southern Colorado (e.g., Pueblo, El Paso Counties)
Company: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Location: Aurora
Posted on: May 24, 2025
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Job Description:
University Staff Description University of Colorado Anschutz
Medical Campus
Department: College of Nursing
Job Title: Peer Support Specialist - Southern Colorado (e.g.,
Pueblo, El Paso Counties)
Position #: 00828122 - Requestion #:35127
Job Summary:
Nature of Work:
The CU College of Nursing is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE)
University Staff (non-classified) Peer Support Specialist for the
CU College of Nursing. The position will support the grant-funded
peer support specialist doula program in southern Colorado (e.g.,
Pueblo, El Paso Counties).
Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m., and this position may be required to work on some
Saturdays/Sundays and evenings/nights (for events/clinic coverage).
The position is eligible to request a hybrid schedule following the
CU College of Nursing policy.
Supervision Received:
This position reports directly to Jessica Anderson, DNP, CNM, WHNP,
FACM, Director of Midwifery Services.
Supervision Exercised:
None
Examples of Work Performed:
Clinical Care (75%)
Under general supervision, receive training and serve as a Peer
Support Specialist to implement peer-led interventions for clients
in opioid medication-assisted and traditional outpatient client
treatment.
Conduct structured, peer-led individual and group interventions
that focus on health education, and care coordination, as well as
identifying and reducing barriers to care for clients.
Conduct outreach activities in the community to engage pregnant and
postpartum clients in substance use treatment.
Provide connections to appropriate resources to clients as
requested by the patient.
Maintain a repository of resources, and track demand/utilization of
resources by clients, communicating with leadership/supervisor of
action items and additional resources required, partnerships to
establish
Collaborate with supervisor and staff, and coordinate efforts to
ensure successful delivery of services.
Attend and participate in training, team/staff meetings, and other
events as needed.
Identify any problems, challenges, or obstacles in the coordination
of services, identify potential solutions, and resolve such
problems, challenges, or obstacles promptly.
Ensure all duties and responsibilities are performed for the
effective and appropriate benefit of clients to whom care and/or
services are being provided.
Ensure confidentiality of client health information and/or health
records.
Complete paperwork for each participant served, as required by ICWB
and/or any grant-specific paperwork requirements.
Provide support to people who are admitted into evidence-based MAT
treatment within their region.
Establish and maintain communication, either on-site or by phone
with care providers.
Participate in regular community meetings focused on addressing
opiate/substance use challenges, as assigned by the supervisor.
Facilitate peer recovery support services in a group setting and/or
individual setting.
Assist participants with the creation of a personal recovery plan,
as requested by the participant.
Participate in projects and site meetings.
Participate in any grant-specific meetings as required.
Provide support during client labor admission.
Complete program-supported peer supervision training to provide
supervision to peer support specialists.
Customer Service (15%)
Provide in-person and telephone reception.
Provide excellent customer service to internal and external
stakeholders.
Provide information on program services and respond courteously to
queries.
Work comfortably among clients with or without substance abuse
disorder, who are referred from city and county parole/probation
departments, the department of Social Services, and other relevant
agencies.
Documentation (10%)
Continuously maintain accurate and up-to-date records and/or notes
as required by agency policy.
Use electronic health record systems to ensure timely
documentation, recording, and tracking of communications,
interventions, and client data.
Schedule and maintain multiple, internal, and external
appointments.
Enter data into, and maintain, accurate records of activities.
Manage confidential client information and health records.
Document intervention activities in an accurate and timely manner
and seek consultation from the supervisor or other staff, as
necessary.
Why Join Us:
CU Nursing is an amazing place to be. We have the distinct
advantage of being a part of a huge medical campus with three
incredible hospitals - the VA, the nationally ranked University of
Colorado Hospital, and the Children's Hospital Colorado where our
nursing students and faculty learn every day. From our beginning
125 years ago as part of the School of Medicine at CU Boulder to
our current home at the Anschutz Medical Campus, the college has
been a recognized leader in nursing education (ranked #10 in online
MS graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report 2023). Our
faculty, students, and staff have been instrumental in shaping the
profession of nursing and teaching the next generation of nurses
while treating patients in our own nurse-led clinics. Be a part of
an innovative, dynamic, diverse, and exciting workplace -- helping
make great things happen. Join us in our quest to boldly transform
health together.
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,
vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an
excellent benefits package including:
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross
pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU
campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
To see what benefits are available, please visit:
Diversity and Equity:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to
recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and
administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture
of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding. We
encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized
individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+
community, and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has
also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University
of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and
employment.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
At least one (1) year of peer support or related work
experience.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.
Conditions of Employment:
Must be willing and able to self-identify as having experienced the
process of recovery from a mental health disorder, substance use
disorder, trauma, or one or all of such conditions.
Must be willing and able to obtain the Colorado Peer and Family
Specialist (CPFS) certification within 1 year of the hire date (fee
paid by employer):
Candidate must provide evidence of earning 60 contact and training
hours (CEs) of peer recovery-focused education and training.
Must include at least 48 hours of peer recovery-focused
education/training, including education in documentation,
community/family education, case management, crisis management,
Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC), screening and intake,
identification of indicators of substance use and/or co-occurring
disorders for referral, service coordination, service planning,
cultural awareness and/or humility, and basic pharmacology.
Must include at least six hours of ethics education and training
within the last six years.
Must include six hours of HIV/other pathogens education and
training within the last six years.
Must be willing and able to work some evenings and weekends on an
infrequent, as-needed basis.
Must be willing and able to work in a normal client care
environment with some exposure to biological hazards and infectious
diseases.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior work experience in Client Navigation and connecting clients
to required services or resources.
Prior work experience in working with pregnant and postpartum
individuals and families or people dealing with mental health or
substance use.
Experience with motivational interviewing techniques.
Experience working with clients who are involved with the criminal
justice system, probation/parole, human services, and/or other
similar referral sources.
Experience working with electronic health records.
Must be willing and able to utilize bilingual skills
(Spanish/English) at a conversation level in a professional
setting.
Competencies:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of basic therapeutic confrontation and clinical site
systems.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain rapport and positive
relationships.
Excellent critical thinking abilities
Must honor, support, and accept all pathways to recovery.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to manage difficult behaviors.
Ability to engage successfully with substance-dependent clients in
treatment.
Ability to comply with established rules, policies, and procedures
and meet deadlines.
Ability to be open-minded and nonjudgmental.
Ability to develop healthy relationships and boundaries with
clients.
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain client confidentiality
in compliance with HIPAA standards.
Ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultures and
diverse socioeconomic situations.
Ability to effectively and accurately check for typographical,
grammatical, and/or spelling errors in documents.
Knowledge of basic care coordination, medical/hospital, and/or
community resources.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite products.
Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks in a high-pressure
environment.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following
document(s):
1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they
relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position,
including prior experience with addiction substance use disorder,
the path to recovery and time since use, and existing supports for
maintaining recovery/sobriety.
2. Curriculum vitae/Resume
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone
number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.
4. A copy of all relevant diplomas/certifications (i.e.
Confirmation of high school diploma)
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at .
Questions should be directed to: College of Nursing Human Resources
at
Screening of Applications Begins:
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but
preference will be given to complete applications received within
two weeks of the posting date. Those who do not apply by this date
may or may not be considered.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has
been established as $42,948 to $49,826.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the
University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of
possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not
eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans,
and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Total Compensation Calculator:
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants
with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To
request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with
Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA
Coordinator at .
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to
ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,
students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we
conduct background investigations for all prospective
employees.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19
virus and other . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare
facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or
clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply
with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the
facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer,
respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or
perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the
.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of
References, Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials
Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: For full
consideration, please submit the following document(s):
1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they
relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position,
including prior experience with addiction substance use disorder,
the path to recovery and time since use, and existing supports for
maintaining recovery/sobriety.
2. Curriculum vitae/Resume
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone
number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.
4. A copy of all relevant diplomas/certifications (i.e.
Confirmation of high school diploma) Job Category: Health Care
Primary Location: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus
or Denver - 20468 - CON-DEAN ADMINISTRATION Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Apr 24, 2025 Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact
Name: College of Nursing Human Resources Posting Contact Email:
CON.HR@ucdenver.edu Position Number: 00828122
Keywords: University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Cheyenne , Peer Support Specialist - Southern Colorado (e.g., Pueblo, El Paso Counties), Other , Aurora, Wyoming
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