Peer Support Specialist (WISe - School based)

Excelsior Wellness•Spokane, WA

1d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Excelsior Wellness Center is seeking a passionate Peer Support Specialist to join their School-Based Wraparound with Intensive Services (SB-WISe) program. This program is a dynamic, school-based model designed to provide personalized support to youth and families. SB-WISe is committed to helping Medicaid-eligible individuals enrolled in PK-12 public schools, along with their families, manage complex emotional and mental health needs within their homes and communities.

Requirements

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent
Has completed, or has the ability to complete, specialized training through Washington State HCA in becoming a Certified Youth or Family Specialist.
Minimum one year experience working and/or volunteering directly with youth.
Ability to successfully pass background check.
Must be 21 years or older.
Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record for employment. New employees with out-of-state licenses must obtain a Washington State Driver’s License within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred.
Dual certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Participates as a member of the treatment team providing outreach, engagement and support of on-going services to enrolled youth and families.
Utilizes personal experiences of recovery to provide youth or families guidance and support in their own recovery.
Participate in the on-call rotation to ensure families have access to crisis services 24/7. This may include phone support and in-person response.