Peer Support - Center

Pier 360 • Vancouver, WA

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Pier 360 (formally CVAB) is a peer-run organization encouraging self-determination and self-sufficiency for people in mental health and substance use recovery. The heart of our agency is peer-to-peer support because we are people in recovery wanting to support others on their life's journey. Pier 360 is driven by our Core Values including Respect, Innovation, Courage, Responsibility, Welcoming, Curiosity, Empowerment, Genuineness, and Justice. Pier 360 is seeking Peers to provide center-based support in Vancouver, WA. Pier 360 offers a fantastic opportunity for a person in recovery to give back to your community. All CVAB's programs employ people living in mental health and/or substance use recovery. As a Peer Support, you will provide peer support services, serve as an advocate, and provide information and support for peers in a variety of ways. The Peer Support staff performs a wide range of tasks to support people living and directing their own recovery, healing, and wellness process.

Requirements

• People who are positive
• Take initiative
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and well with others
• In mental health or substance use recovery
• Great at being with others seeking something better or different in life

Responsibilities

• Provide quality peer support services in alignment with Pier 360 Core Values and Core Competencies for Peer Workers in Behavioral Health Services (SAMHSA). Please refer to the complete position description for more details (available online).

Benefits

• 3 weeks of paid vacation (with incremental increases based on years of employment)
• 10 paid holidays
• 12 sick days per year
• Employee Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with 100% of the premium paid by CVAB
• 401k with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed