Peer Support Specialist

Job DetailsLevel : EntryJob Location : Fawcett - Tacoma, WAEducation Level : Peer CertificationSalary Range : $18.50 - $24.00 HourlyTravel Percentage : Travel within the communityJob Shift : Day/EveningJob Category : Nonprofit - Social ServicesAdult OutpatientFull TimeMonday – Friday$18.50 - $24/hr DOEPierce County’s first Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic:Comprehensive Life Resources is looking for a qualified Peer Support Specialist to join our team in downtown Tacoma, WA.We offer : Medical, dental, and vision with 100% paid premiums for employees, 11 paid holidays, mileage reimbursement, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition assistance, paid sick leave, continuing education programs, and health club reimbursement.Function : Provide services to clients as a member of their treatment team. Assist clients in reducing barriers and achieving goals to improve their behavioral health and overall well-being, and to reduce the need for repeated and extended inpatient treatment. Serve as a member of an organization that welcomes, engages, and serves individuals with complex wellness needs.Responsibilities :Promote recovery and a recovery philosophy in direct service of clients in the community.Role model and share relevant life experiences.Provide peer interventions to clients regarding, but not limited to, symptoms of mental illness, coping skills, medications/side effects, and relapse prevention.Engage clients through outreach and support.Assist clients to identify their recovery and wellness goals and strengths for achieving their goals.Provide hope and encouragement while supporting clients in taking personal responsibility for their recovery and wellness.Assist clients to connect to community resources and build natural supports.Educate clients about Advance Directives.Document services provided and maintain clinical records in accordance with policies and procedures accurately and in a timely manner.Ensure that ethical and professional standards of practice are maintained.Participate in meetings and activities as required.Maintain effective coping and self-care strategies.Demonstrate ongoing commitment to developing professional skills.Maintain confidentiality of employee and client information.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications :Complete specialized training provided or contracted by the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery and successfully pass an examination administered by the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery or authorized contractor. Be certified to provide Peer Support services in Washington.Maintain registration as a counselor under chapter RCW 18.19.Demonstrated ability to work with persons with chronic behavioral health challenges in the community.Spoken and written English language proficiency.Computer skills.Willingness to meet other employment-related requirements as specified by CLR, including position competencies.Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.Valid Washington State driver’s license; proof of insurance.Comprehensive Life Resources is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability status, and any other applicable legally protected characteristics and or class.

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