Certified Peer Support/Trauma Support Specialist
Geisinger Health Plan
- Help people of all life stages cope with and solve everyday problems
- Advocate for and develop plans to improve clients' well-being
- Research and refer clients to community resources
- Work with individuals, families or groups
- Respond to clients in crisis situations
- Work with a variety of organizations
- Use personal experiences to develop meaningful and trusting relationships with patients, acting as a mentor.
- Arrange transportation for the patient, managing follow-up appointments, etc.
- Work to build a community of both patients and staff that is supportive and conducive to patient growth and recovery.
- Link up with various community organizations and resources to provide additional support for patients, particularly as they transition from recovery back into the general community. This can include continued healthcare, housing, job assistance, and additional treatment services as well as support in the task of finding or re-integrating with friends, family, and outside communities.
- Research patient & document each interaction
