Peer Support Specialist

COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE•Selah, WA

2d•$18 - $28

About The Position

Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services. Peer Support Counselors use their own experiences with behavioral health issues, treatment, and recovery to encourage and support clients as they progress through their own recovery steps. Peer Support Counselors promote socialization and self-advocacy, assist with developing a natural support system, and work with clients to develop & maintain community living skills. As part of this process, Peer Support Counselors will participate in scheduled and routine activities to assist clients in developing the skills and confidence to exercise control over their own lives. This position is best suited to an individual who is ready to use their own experiences to relate to others and is willing to travel regularly. This is a grant-funded position expected to continue through September 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Must be a self-identified consumer of mental health services in stable recovery
Eligible for Peer Counselor certification provided by the Washington State Healthcare Authority: https://www.hca.wa.gov/billers-providers-partners/behavioral-health-recovery/peer-support
Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor
Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide documentation of such during the hiring process, or be approved for a qualifying medical or religious exemption prior to starting work

Responsibilities

sharing personal experiences of recovery, as appropriate, to build motivation and encourage clients in their treatment
partnering with clients to advocate for their needs & desires throughout treatment
modeling ways to engage with others to increase social supports, develop meaningful relationships, and access & navigate community resources
utilizing person-centered approaches to assist and support clients with achieving their personal daily goals and activities of daily living
providing clients with constructive feedback and motivational strategies to assist in their recovery
assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated
supporting goal of same-day access and first appointment-to-engagement-of-treatment within four business days
demonstrating knowledge of CCBHC model of care for integrated behavioral health systems and national outcome measures specific to the grant

Benefits

A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs
Clinical supervision toward licensure, if applicable
A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services
Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
Access to Employee Assistance Program services
Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
Financial incentives to further employee education