Peer Support Specialist

KLAMATH YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTER

13d•$17 - $21

About The Position

We are seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (PSS). This role is built on trust, connection, and hope. Peer Support Specialists offer insight and empathy that complement clinical care while helping individuals build stability, independence, and meaningful lives. As a valued member of an interdisciplinary team, you will empower individuals to navigate challenges, build skills, and stay connected to resources that support long term wellness. The Aid and Assist program serves individuals in pretrial status who have been court-ordered as not currently able to understand or participate in their legal defense due to mental health concerns, providing evaluation, restoration services, and coordination with the legal system.

Requirements

A self identified person currently or formerly receiving mental health services; OR
A self identified person in recovery from a substance use disorder who meets abstinence requirements for recovering staff in treatment programs; OR
A family member of someone currently or formerly receiving addictions or mental health services.
Current Oregon Health Authority Certified Peer Support Specialist certification (or Youth PSS certification where applicable).
Must be at least 18 years old and not on the Medicaid provider exclusion list.
An OHA approved 40 hour Peer Support Specialist Training
OHA application requirements and criminal history background check
Valid Oregon driver’s license, insurable driving record. Driving is required for this position.

Responsibilities

Build trusted, supportive relationships with peers by meeting them where they are; whether that is in homes, clinics, community locations, and treatment settings.
Provide consistent emotional support during clinic visits while helping peers feel heard, respected, and empowered.
Facilitate or co lead peer support groups that create safe spaces for growth, connection, and recovery.
Support peers in setting recovery goals and taking concrete steps toward independence (e.g., budgeting, transportation, healthcare access, benefit navigation).
Ensure peers remain connected to community resources through follow up support that promotes long term stability.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation that meets state, federal, grant, and agency requirements.
Model professional, ethical behavior in alignment with the NCC AP NCPRSS Code of Ethics.