Peer Support Specialist (WISe - School based)

Excelsior Wellness • Spokane, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Excelsior Wellness Center is seeking a Peer Support Specialist for its School-Based Wraparound with Intensive Services (SB-WISe) program. SB-WISe is a school-based model that provides personalized support to Medicaid-eligible youth enrolled in PK-12 public schools and their families as they manage complex emotional and mental health needs in their homes and communities.

The Peer Support Specialist works as part of the treatment team to provide outreach, engagement, and ongoing support to enrolled youth and families. The specialist draws on personal recovery experiences to guide and support youth or families in their own recovery. The role also participates in an on-call rotation to help ensure families can access crisis services 24/7, including phone support and in-person response.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record for employment.
• Employees with out-of-state licenses must obtain a Washington State driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
• At least one year of experience working or volunteering directly with youth.
• Completed, or ability to complete, specialized training through Washington State HCA to become a Certified Youth or Family Specialist.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Dual certification as a Certified Youth and Family Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the treatment team, providing outreach, engagement, and support for ongoing services to enrolled youth and families.
• Use personal recovery experiences to provide youth or families with guidance and support in their own recovery.
• Participate in the on-call rotation to ensure families have access to crisis services 24/7, including phone support and in-person response.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance packages, with employee premiums ranging from $0 to $75 per month.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Free access to learning platforms.
• Employer-paid licensing fees applicable to the role.
• Professional development courses and opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED