Peer Volunteer - Friary of Pensacola

*This is a non-paid volunteer opportunity.

About Lakeview Center

Lakeview Center provides comprehensive behavioral health care to adults and children with mental illnesses, drug and alcohol dependencies and intellectual disabilities. Across Northwest Florida, our services range from residential treatment to outpatient counseling, psychiatry, trauma care, treatments for substance misuse and 24/7 support for those with serious mental illnesses. Learn more at https://elakeviewcenter.org/about-us/careers. 

Overview:

Our Volunteer Peer Program allows individuals seeking a CRPS Certification the experience and volunteer hours towards that goal. To be considered for the Peer Volunteer Program at Lakeview Center, a candidate must be working with NAMI to earn a CRPS credential. Candidates must possess strong oral and written communication skills, the ability to follow directions and ask questions for clarification of topic. Volunteer assignments are subject to supervisory capacity and there is no guarantee of placement. Volunteers will provide peer-based support services, specifically to others with similar lived experiences. The goal is to use their lived experience and professional preparation to mentor, monitor, and motivate others to achieve recovery.  Volunteer Peers Positions are undertaken by individuals who have completed Helping Others Heal and WRAP certifications. These structured work experiences involve the practical application of previously studied theory through course work or appropriate certifications. Prospective volunteers should demonstrate that they have acquired the competencies for the volunteer program and that they are ready to apply and further develop these skills during the volunteer period.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Prospective volunteers should demonstrate that they have acquired the competencies for the volunteer peer program and that they are ready to apply and further develop these skills during the volunteer period. In addition, volunteers are required to:

• Adhere to dress and behavior guidelines.


• Participate in all approved activities structured by the volunteer supervisor.


• Complete, sign, and submit all documentation as directed by the volunteer supervisor by the requested deadline.


• Communicate with the volunteer supervisor throughout the experience, especially if concerns or problems need to be addressed.


• Evaluate and share information about the volunteer experience.


• Comply with the policies and procedures of Lakeview Center, Inc.


• Meet established criteria of the volunteer placement (not seek placement with family members, good attendance, etc.).


• Comply with training requirements.


• Have reliable transportation to and from the volunteer site.


• Cooperate with the volunteer supervisor; engage in the program as a learning experience; observe business etiquette; and abide by safety rules.


• Demonstrate honesty, punctuality, respect, courtesy, cooperative attitude, and a willingness to learn the volunteer site.


• Remain at the assigned volunteer placement for the duration of the volunteer period except by mutual agreement of all parties.


• Maintain confidentiality guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.


• Lived an experience in at least one of the following areas:
        o As an adult who has been in recovery for a minimum of two (2) years from a substance use or mental health condition.
        o As a family member or caregiver to another individual who has or is in recovery from substance use or mental health condition.
        o As a veteran of the armed forces who has been in recovery for a minimum of two (2) years from a substance use or mental health conditions.


• Must be able to pass organization screening requirements, including state or federal background screenings as appropriate.

To Apply:

Interested volunteers please visit Careers – Lakeview Center (elakeviewcenter.org) careers and complete the on-line application. If you require additional assistance, please call Human Resources at 850-469-3729.

LCI is putting our employee health and safety first by following guidance from local health departments and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations on preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Lakeview Center is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace Employer, DRUG TESTING REQUIRED.