Peer Recovery Specialist
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital•Marysville, WA
•Onsite
About The Position
Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital is seeking an empathetic and dedicated Peer Recovery Specialist to support the mental well-being of patients. The specialist is an integral part of the treatment team, providing continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling while working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. The role contributes to a therapeutic environment that supports patients and their well-being.
Requirements
- Active Peer Support Specialist Certification in the state of Washington.
- Must meet all eligibility requirements for Washington State Certified Peer Support Specialist certification, including the lived-experience requirements established by the Washington State Health Care Authority and Department of Health.
- Successfully complete CPR certification and crisis intervention training within 10 days of employment, before assisting with restraining procedures.
Nice To Haves
- High school degree or equivalent.
- A degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, psychology, human services, or an appropriate therapeutic discipline.
- One year of related experience, knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques, and understanding of mental illness.
Responsibilities
- Formulate and conduct educational, therapeutic, and/or support groups.
- Accurately record vital signs.
- Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for their development and revision.
- Employ crisis-intervention techniques and use facility-approved CPI techniques.
- Assist patients through discharge, guide them in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygiene.
- Comply with policies for maintaining a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practice universal precautions, and respond to patient care priorities.
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching
- Health insurance
- Company-paid life insurance coverage up to two times annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- On-site cafeteria and one free meal per day
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
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Job Type
Full-time
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