Certified Peer Support Specialist - Park Place

Comprehensive Life Resources•Tacoma, WA

3d•$21 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Pierce County’s first Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic: Comprehensive Life Resources is looking for a qualified Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our Adult Residential Treatment Facility in Tacoma, WA. We offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision with 100% paid premiums for employees. 11 paid holidays, 403(b)-retirement plan, Life Insurance, Long term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (up to 6 consultations per year), Mileage reimbursement, Tuition Assistance, Paid Sick and Vacation leave, Bereavement Leave, Student Loan Repayment, and Continuing Education Assistance. All benefits contingent on working a scheduled 40hrs a week. Scope: Provide services to clients and assistance to counselors in a residential setting. Assist in improving the community adjustment of clients at high risk for institutionalization, to reduce the need for repeated and extended inpatient treatment. Serves as a member of an organization that welcomes, engages, and serves individuals with complex wellness needs

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 (Starting July 1, 2025)
If driving is required for role, 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.