Peer Support Specialist (WISe - School based)

Excelsior Wellness•Spokane, WA

2d•$22 - $30

About The Position

Excelsior Wellness Center is more than just a place for treatment; we are a community dedicated to helping individuals and families find their path to wellness. We believe in the potential of every child and family to live safer, stronger, and more fulfilled lives. We are currently seeking a passionate Peer Support Specialist to join our School-Based Wraparound with Intensive Services (SB-WISe) program—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. You’re a Great Fit If You Have: Minimum High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred. Has completed, or has the ability to complete, specialized training through Washington State HCA in becoming a Certified Youth or Family Specialist. Dual certification preferred. 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

Requirements

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred.
Has completed, or has the ability to complete, specialized training through Washington State HCA in becoming a Certified Youth or Family Specialist. Dual certification preferred.
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

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.

Benefits

retirement with employer match
employer-paid life insurance
generous PTO
11 paid holidays
free access to learning platforms
employer-paid licensing fees applicable to your role
professional development courses
comprehensive medical (Providence + Cigna), dental (Lincoln), and vision (VSP) insurance packages.
Employee insurance packages range from a $0 to $75 monthly premium.
Medical coverage responsible deductibles ranges from $250 to $500/Annually
Excelsior Wellness employees typically save $1,200 to $8,700 annually on premiums and $1,250 to $6,000 on deductible expenses compared to other regional employers.