Peer Provider (Tigard Respite)

Cascadia Health • Tigard, OR

7d • $24 - $24 • Onsite

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.

Requirements

• Peer Support Specialist (PSS): Completion of Peer Support training approved by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA).
• Peer Wellness Specialist (PWS): Completion of Peer Wellness training approved by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA).
• Traditional Healthcare Worker (THW) certification required.
• Must self-disclose as a current or former recipient of behavioral health services, with personal recovery experience.
• Understanding and integration of Peer Support values
• Knowledge of assertive engagement, recovery models, harm reduction and motivational interviewing
• Well-developed coping skills and strategies to manage unpredictable circumstances
• Foundational understanding of EDI with a commitment to continuously broaden knowledge of how to best serve underrepresented populations.
• Proficiency in computer operations, including Electronic Health Record software, data entry and report preparation
• Time management and capacity for independent self-motivation
• Ability to adapt and learn from new information.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• CPR Certification (training provided post-hire.)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with adults experiencing severe mental health challenges and with diverse communities is preferred.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed