Peer Provider (Wellness)
About The Position
The Peer Provider will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to support treatment for individuals in an integrated healthcare setting, maintaining a Trauma-Informed Care approach. Given the high prevalence of trauma among clients, the Peer Provider must understand its impact on health, coping, and other life areas. Additionally, the Peer Provider will lead health promotion groups, provide one-on-one support, and engage in wellness-focused, client-centered activities that encourage clients to pursue personal, strength-based wellness goals aligned with their service plans . All incumbents must understand, appreciate and respect the diversity and cultural differences within our Cascadia community. It is expected that there is an awareness and sensitivity to the perspectives and perceptions to those we serve, as well as our colleagues. As Cascadia is Trauma informed, the incumbent must support a Trauma Informed Care Environment. With the high prevalence of trauma among individuals receiving behavioral health services, it is required that the incumbent understand the effects of trauma on health, coping, and other aspects of the lives of those we serve.
Requirements
- PSS: Must have a completed a Peer Support training approved by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), or PWS: Must have completed a Peer Wellness training approved by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). A Traditional Healthcare Worker (THW) certification is required in addition to the certification in order to keep current and in compliance with the OARs.
- Must self-identify as a current or former user of behavioral health services and must have personal experience with recovery.
- Operate computer hardware and software (including Electronic Health Record software) at a level needed to effectively perform job functions
- Enter and retrieve data
- Prepare simple reports and progress notes
- CPR Certification (training provided post-hire).
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental health challenges is preferred.
- Experience working with diverse populations & communities.
Responsibilities
- Openly identify as a person who has lived the experience of receiving mental health services.
- Act as a positive role model for individuals being served, showing a recovery and healthful lifestyle orientation, and share your own recovery story with individuals being served when appropriate.
- Provide therapeutic interventions aligned with mental health treatment plans and integrated healthcare objectives.
- Offer individual and group support on health and life skills topics, potentially facilitating therapeutic groups.
- Administer outcome measurement tools and collaborate on data collection for grant requirements.
- Support efforts to reduce emergency department visits by tracking and engaging clients after recent visits.
- Participate in clinical and task supervisions, staff meetings, and case conferences.
- Comply with peer service regulations, policies, and trauma-informed practices, assisting in crisis situations without using physical restraints.
- Maintain electronic health records and document services in compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
- Contribute to treatment planning in collaboration with clients and case managers.
- Support team members, advocate for clients, and represent the Peer Wellness Program at relevant events.
- Guide clients in navigating community resources, including housing and transit.
- Uphold client rights, safety, HIPAA, and abuse reporting requirements.
- Stay awake on shifts and perform other duties as needed.
- Complete required annual training and attend professional development opportunities.
- Foster equity, diversity, and inclusion, promoting trauma-informed and person-centered care.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off Package
- Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
- Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following 30 days after hire date)
- VSP Vision Discount Plan
- 403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
- Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
- Length of Service Award
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- Student loan forgiveness options
- Wellness Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Bicycle Reimbursement
- Discounted Fitness Memberships
- Trauma Support Team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
