Certified Peer Support Specialist

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe•Auburn, WA

8h•$26 - $38

About The Position

Under immediate to general supervision, the Certified Peer Support Specialist serves as a patient advocate and promotes community integration, resiliency, and quality-of-life objectives with youth and adult clients and/or family members in a variety of settings. The position works as part of a multidisciplinary behavioral health team to support clients’ recovery, coordinate interventions, provide peer support and case management, and connect clients with community resources. The specialist draws on shared experience as a current or former recipient of mental health or substance use services to encourage clients and their support networks to regain hope and control over their lives. The role includes individual and group services within scope, crisis support as needed on assigned evenings and weekends, and assistance with transitions from inpatient care and discharge planning. The position requires maintaining confidentiality and clinical documentation, meeting productivity standards that include at least 50% face-to-face client contact, attending required training, and responding to a range of office and field duties as needed.

Requirements

Experience with mental health or substance use services and self-identification as a current or former recipient of services.
Peer Counselor certification consistent with WAC 246-341-0724, required within 90 days of employment.
Submit for Agency Affiliation within 30 days of hire.
One year of experience working as a Certified Peer Counselor in Washington State or an equivalent in another state, or two years of experience working in a community behavioral health setting.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have been free from substance use for the last two consecutive years.
Oral and written communication skills.
Problem-solving and client interviewing skills.
Ability to work with diverse populations.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of substance use disorders, mental health, and social services resources.
Knowledge of community support services and clinical documentation.
Valid Washington State driver's license.
Ability to meet physical requirements, including frequent driving and physical activity up to 75% of the time; standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, climbing, and reaching; and lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist clinicians in developing treatment objectives and interventions for clients enrolled in the Muckleshoot Behavioral Health Program.
Coordinate behavioral health interventions with clinical team members and provide internal and external consultation and case management for assigned clients as needed.
Provide peer counseling and support to clients, parents, caregivers, and natural or community supports, drawing on common experiences as a peer.
Support on-call crisis response for Behavioral Health clients on assigned evenings and weekends as needed.
Help clients identify services and activities that promote recovery and resilience, recognize strengths and successes, and build hope.
Mentor clients in self-advocacy, navigating health systems, building natural supports, and finding meaningful activities that promote purpose, structure, and community inclusion.
Promote personal responsibility for recovery as defined by the individual client and/or service provider.
Help clients explore advisory groups and client-run organizations and, when applicable, become advocates for others.
Provide individual and group services within scope, including facilitating recovery groups.
Participate in filing incident reports when appropriate and forward them to the supervisor in a timely manner.
Maintain confidentiality of client information and follow 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA policies and procedures.
Document treatment methods, including direct services, client-related activities, and follow-up contact.
Attend all required trainings.
Mentor clients in building and maintaining community living skills and accessing community resources.
Support clients pursuing educational, vocational, or volunteer services.
Maintain required productivity and performance standards, including at least 50% face-to-face client contact.
Engage with assigned clients before discharge from inpatient care, participate in discharge planning as directed, and accompany clients transitioning into the community as appropriate.
Help clients in need or experiencing personal crisis find appropriate resources for stabilization in the least restrictive appropriate environment.
Contact clients referred by a clinician who are not attending scheduled appointments to identify barriers and problem-solve solutions to attendance.
Work with clients preparing to graduate from services.
Use conflict management and resolution skills in client and patient care matters.
Proactively communicate unusual circumstances concerning staff or the program to supervisors.
Perform a range of office and field duties as needed, which may or may not relate to regular responsibilities.