Certified Peer Support Specialist - Outreach

Comprehensive Life Resources•Tacoma, WA

3d•$21 - $29

About The Position

Comprehensive Life Resources is looking for a qualified Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our team in Downtown Tacoma, WA. A peer provides interventions through the use of shared experiences to assist clients in the acquisition and exercise of skills needed to support the client's recovery. Interventions may include activities that assist clients in accessing or engaging in treatment and in symptom management; promote social connection, recovery, and self-advocacy; provide guidance in the development of natural community supports and basic daily living skills; and support clients in engagement, motivation, and maintenance related to achieving and maintaining health and wellness goals. Will be required to transport clients as needed.

Requirements

WA State credential or ability to become credentialed
Proficiency in common Microsoft applications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to prioritize deadlines, work independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality
Active/current credential as a Certified Peer Specialist per WA DOH
Must have valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and working vehicle.

Responsibilities

Assist clients in skill building to promote recovery, self-direction, self-advocacy
Facilitate wellness management and recovery strategies (e.g., IMR, WRAP)
Promote and model recovery principles and values within and as a member of multidisciplinary client support team
Provide information and support about skills related to health, wellness, and recovery
Educate clients about daily living skills, self-advocacy skills, healthcare and other systems navigation
Connect clients to community resources and natural supports
Identify strengths and assets, and setting goals, led by the person receiving the Peer’s support
Promote hope through sharing of lived experience
Role model ongoing recovery and wellness management
Attend/facilitate treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and designated staff training and consultation sessions as assigned.
Ensure that ethical and professional standards of practice are maintained by following all CLR policies and seeking regular consultation.
Actively participate in Peer supervision and training for continued professional growth.