The Pathfinder Network
Culturally Responsive Peer Support Specialist - Full-time
The Pathfinder Network, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
WHO WE ARESince 1993, The Pathfinder Network (TPN) has been providing justice-system impacted individuals and their families the tools and support they need to be safe and thrive in our communities. We serve individuals experiencing incarceration, those reentering the community, those on forms of community supervision, their families, and their children, within 9 of Oregon’s 11 corrections facilities and in the community in Multnomah, Jackson, Marion, and Clackamas Counties. We develop and deliver a comprehensive scope of evidence-based, trauma-, gender- and culturally-responsive cognitive behavioral-based programs, including our proprietary, evidence-based curriculum Parenting Inside Out, which is the highest-rated parenting skills curriculum for parents involved with the criminal justice system. Our community programs feature holistic wraparound individual and group support and services. We serve an average of 3,000 people a year agency-wide.We show up for our employees by providing support and resources in six key areas that make up our total package, and we always strive to expand on what we offer: compensation, development, wellness, benefits, recognition and service. This includes:Generous paid time off (12 accrued vacation days + 12 accrued sick days during your first year of employment, mental wellness hours)14 paid days of significance each year + extended holiday days of significance with a week off at the end of the yearPaid 30-minute lunch breaksEmployer-paid employee-only medical, vision and dental coverage starting first day of employmentFlexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Assistance Program, and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account401k retirement plan with 3% employer match, fully vested immediatelyEmployer-paid short-term disability and accidental death and dismembermentEmployment with TPN may mean you are eligible for Public Service Student Loan forgivenessEmployee recognition program, staff appreciation awards and swag storeBilingual pay differential for eligible positionsShared Leadership model and opportunities to contribute to agency success and growthDevelopment opportunities and trainingsWe are intentional about building a healthy and thriving organizational culture and envision a community of staff, partners, volunteers, and donors who are deeply committed to equitable, just and anti-racist practices in every facet of our organization. We engage in continual learning and seek ways to operationalize equitable and inclusive practices. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions.At TPN, we envision communities that welcome all people, provide second chances, and create pathways to change. We believe all people have the capacity to change. We honor the dignity and worth of every individual, engage our clients and employees with compassion, and bring excellence to all we do. To learn more, go to
https://www.thepathfindernetwork.org/about/
.HIRING PRACTICESIf reasonable accommodation or an alternative form of this application are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Director of People and Culture at ewatson@thepathfindernetwork.org or 503.892.5396.TPN hires a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.WHAT YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO DOAs a Culturally Responsive Peer Support Specialist, you will provide one-on-one and group peer support services to justice system-involved individuals who are in need of support and services. You will provide wrap-around support to peers with services, referrals, resources and assist them in removing barriers to their recovery and resilience. You will provide drop-in-services to peers and facilitate cognitive-behavioral classes, adhering to the curriculum in its intended format while maintaining fidelity through a standardized evidence-based delivery model. You will work to support the mission, vision and values of the Pathfinder Network and engage with clients in a holistic, strengths-based, trauma-responsive, person- and healing-centered way.Your lived experience, relational and collaborative skills, capability to work well under high-stress emotional experiences, high-level of empathy and ability to keep strong boundaries will enable you to thrive in this position and consistently deliver high quality services with impact and excellence.Support ServicesProvide wraparound and drop-in peer support to peers at the drop-in center, in the community, or other locations.Work with parole and probation officers, DHS workers and/or other community providers to ensure participant compliance and success.Provide information and referral for employment, housing, food, clothing, and transportation.Coordinate services with other providers, including child welfare, mental health, substance use treatment providers, and other social services. Maintain communication with other providers, as necessary.Support participants in engaging in positive recovery activities and events. Build relationships within the recovery community.Assist in planning for and hosting of quarterly peer support positive recovery community events.Transport clients, as necessary, in the community to appointments and/or services.Complete all required documentation and track participant attendance and participation. Complete thorough and timely case notes.Group FacilitationFacilitate classes and support groups using standardized curriculum and delivery model. Substitute in classes and/or facilitate support groups. Plan, review, and prepare materials for facilitation of classes.Facilitate program informational and orientation sessions.Teach, coach and model positive recovery, cognitive and social skills individually and in groups. Reinforce positive behaviors and progress. Utilize incentives to motivate behavior.Participation in Shared Leadership (5% of your time)Be a champion in the shaping and sustaining of a diverse, equitable, inclusive and just workplace, with a focus towards creating racial equity.Participate on cross-departmental teams or committees regarding organizational policies, processes and work environment.Participate in Temporary Teams, Equity Team, Employee Resource Groups, and other teams.Contribute individualized skills, knowledge, experience and expertise to help the agency reach its mission.WHO YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO BERequired Cultural Values:
Staff are expected to embody certain cultural values to support TPN’s mission: communicate effectively, value one another, show respect, demonstrate accountability, display a high level of self-awareness, participate in shared leadership and continuous growth and learning, live values of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging and engage in personal work to further DEIJB values and impact.Commitment to Racial Justice . Staff are expected to interact effectively across racially diverse teams, partners, and experiences, apply a racial equity lens in their work and commit to the ongoing work required to move TPN toward a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive and just organization.RequirementsExperience and skills we are interested in:Lived experience with addiction and recovery and criminal justice involvementCertification or eligibility to be certified as a Certified Recovery Mentor, Peer Support Specialist or Traditional Health WorkerReleased from prison/jail and completed all forms of community supervision no less than two years agoMust be in recovery from substance use dependence and have a minimum of 2 years recoveryA high school diploma or equivalent is requiredExperience delivering peer support servicesAwareness of Trauma-Informed practices and approachesExperience working with mental health and substance abuse treatment agenciesExperience facilitating groupsBasic level computer capabilities in use of web-based environments, word processing, email, and spreadsheet data entryExcellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present and work with diverse audiences, specifically racial, ethnic, gender expression, socioeconomic, education, spiritual and other cultural backgroundsMust possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a motor vehicle during work hours that is covered by adequate car insuranceMust be at least 21 years of age to gain access to Correctional FacilitiesMust pass a criminal history background check (a criminal record is not automatically disqualifying), employment verification, and drug screen (which does not include testing for marijuana)OTHER INFORMATIONWorking Conditions/Travel RequirementsThis job operates within a community service delivery setting. This is largely a sedentary role and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.The Pathfinder Network follows public health guidance for any public health emergencies and will remain in compliance with any vaccination or isolation requirements from partner agencies.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Typical days of work are Monday through Friday, depending on shift assignments. Shifts may include afternoon and evening hours.Some travel is required in the community and to meetings and trainings. Travel to TPN administrative office in Portland, Oregon and program sites across the state may be required periodically with advanced notice.Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Compensation and Benefits:
This is a non-exempt, full-time position. The hiring range for this position is $23.33 - $24.03 per hour, DOE. Pay offers are determined in conjunction with an internal pay equity assessment.For more information on our total compensation and benefits, visit
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https://www.thepathfindernetwork.org/about/
.HIRING PRACTICESIf reasonable accommodation or an alternative form of this application are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Director of People and Culture at ewatson@thepathfindernetwork.org or 503.892.5396.TPN hires a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.WHAT YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO DOAs a Culturally Responsive Peer Support Specialist, you will provide one-on-one and group peer support services to justice system-involved individuals who are in need of support and services. You will provide wrap-around support to peers with services, referrals, resources and assist them in removing barriers to their recovery and resilience. You will provide drop-in-services to peers and facilitate cognitive-behavioral classes, adhering to the curriculum in its intended format while maintaining fidelity through a standardized evidence-based delivery model. You will work to support the mission, vision and values of the Pathfinder Network and engage with clients in a holistic, strengths-based, trauma-responsive, person- and healing-centered way.Your lived experience, relational and collaborative skills, capability to work well under high-stress emotional experiences, high-level of empathy and ability to keep strong boundaries will enable you to thrive in this position and consistently deliver high quality services with impact and excellence.Support ServicesProvide wraparound and drop-in peer support to peers at the drop-in center, in the community, or other locations.Work with parole and probation officers, DHS workers and/or other community providers to ensure participant compliance and success.Provide information and referral for employment, housing, food, clothing, and transportation.Coordinate services with other providers, including child welfare, mental health, substance use treatment providers, and other social services. Maintain communication with other providers, as necessary.Support participants in engaging in positive recovery activities and events. Build relationships within the recovery community.Assist in planning for and hosting of quarterly peer support positive recovery community events.Transport clients, as necessary, in the community to appointments and/or services.Complete all required documentation and track participant attendance and participation. Complete thorough and timely case notes.Group FacilitationFacilitate classes and support groups using standardized curriculum and delivery model. Substitute in classes and/or facilitate support groups. Plan, review, and prepare materials for facilitation of classes.Facilitate program informational and orientation sessions.Teach, coach and model positive recovery, cognitive and social skills individually and in groups. Reinforce positive behaviors and progress. Utilize incentives to motivate behavior.Participation in Shared Leadership (5% of your time)Be a champion in the shaping and sustaining of a diverse, equitable, inclusive and just workplace, with a focus towards creating racial equity.Participate on cross-departmental teams or committees regarding organizational policies, processes and work environment.Participate in Temporary Teams, Equity Team, Employee Resource Groups, and other teams.Contribute individualized skills, knowledge, experience and expertise to help the agency reach its mission.WHO YOU WILL BE COUNTED ON TO BERequired Cultural Values:
Staff are expected to embody certain cultural values to support TPN’s mission: communicate effectively, value one another, show respect, demonstrate accountability, display a high level of self-awareness, participate in shared leadership and continuous growth and learning, live values of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging and engage in personal work to further DEIJB values and impact.Commitment to Racial Justice . Staff are expected to interact effectively across racially diverse teams, partners, and experiences, apply a racial equity lens in their work and commit to the ongoing work required to move TPN toward a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive and just organization.RequirementsExperience and skills we are interested in:Lived experience with addiction and recovery and criminal justice involvementCertification or eligibility to be certified as a Certified Recovery Mentor, Peer Support Specialist or Traditional Health WorkerReleased from prison/jail and completed all forms of community supervision no less than two years agoMust be in recovery from substance use dependence and have a minimum of 2 years recoveryA high school diploma or equivalent is requiredExperience delivering peer support servicesAwareness of Trauma-Informed practices and approachesExperience working with mental health and substance abuse treatment agenciesExperience facilitating groupsBasic level computer capabilities in use of web-based environments, word processing, email, and spreadsheet data entryExcellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present and work with diverse audiences, specifically racial, ethnic, gender expression, socioeconomic, education, spiritual and other cultural backgroundsMust possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a motor vehicle during work hours that is covered by adequate car insuranceMust be at least 21 years of age to gain access to Correctional FacilitiesMust pass a criminal history background check (a criminal record is not automatically disqualifying), employment verification, and drug screen (which does not include testing for marijuana)OTHER INFORMATIONWorking Conditions/Travel RequirementsThis job operates within a community service delivery setting. This is largely a sedentary role and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.The Pathfinder Network follows public health guidance for any public health emergencies and will remain in compliance with any vaccination or isolation requirements from partner agencies.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Typical days of work are Monday through Friday, depending on shift assignments. Shifts may include afternoon and evening hours.Some travel is required in the community and to meetings and trainings. Travel to TPN administrative office in Portland, Oregon and program sites across the state may be required periodically with advanced notice.Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Compensation and Benefits:
This is a non-exempt, full-time position. The hiring range for this position is $23.33 - $24.03 per hour, DOE. Pay offers are determined in conjunction with an internal pay equity assessment.For more information on our total compensation and benefits, visit
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