Peer Support Specialist

Grant County•Renew - Moses Lake, WA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Peer Support Specialist provides supportive services that promote recovery, self-determination, and community integration for individuals receiving behavioral health services. Working under general supervision, this position offers encouragement, practical support, advocacy, and resource navigation across a variety of settings, contributing to improved stability and well-being for individuals served by Renew. This position is part of Renew’s support services workforce and works alongside clinical and case management teams. Unlike clinician roles, the Peer Support Specialist focuses on practical support, problem-solving assistance, engagement, and resource connection rather than clinical assessment or treatment services. Specific duties vary by program assignment. This peer support role provides services within the jail setting, using their lived experience to engage individuals, support recovery, connect them with behavioral health resources, and promote a successful transition back into the community.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Must have completed or willing to complete the Washington State Peer certification program (Certified Peer Counselor Licensure).
Experience supporting or navigating Mental Health Services, either as a child or an adult
Experience working with individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges.
Valid WA State Driver’s License and maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance policy.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Peer Counselor in a behavioral health setting.
Experience working with youth, families, or individuals experiencing substance use disorders (program-dependent).
Experience working within community-based mental health or county/regional behavioral health systems.

Responsibilities

Provides individual and group support services that promote engagement, recovery, and community integration.
Offers practical assistance such as resource navigation, skill-building, scheduling support, or accompaniment to services, helping individuals pursue identified goals.
Assists individuals in identifying strengths, supports, and preferences to increase autonomy and participation in services.
Helps individuals connect with community supports and collaborates with internal and external service providers to support continuity of care.
Supports safety and stabilization by responding appropriately to challenging situations and following agency protocols.
Provides education to individuals, families, or community partners on behavioral health services and available resources.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation in accordance with WAC, RCW, contracts, and agency requirements.
Participates in required training, supervision, and team meetings to maintain competency and support program operations.
Ensures all services honor individual rights and align with cultural, linguistic, and family-specific needs to promote equitable, person-centered care.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Provides mobile peer support and behavioral health outreach in community settings to reduce distress and stabilize individuals during crisis events.
Offers health education, system navigation, and linkage to needed resources to increase access to immediate care and community supports.
Collaborates with crisis teams, law enforcement, and community partners in the field, including from a mobile workstation, to ensure coordinated crisis response.