Peer Support - Center

Pier 360 • Vancouver, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Pier 360, formerly CVAB, is a peer-run organization that encourages self-determination and self-sufficiency for people in mental health and substance use recovery. Its work is grounded in peer-to-peer support and core values that include Respect, Innovation, Courage, Responsibility, Welcoming, Curiosity, Empowerment, Genuineness, and Justice.

Pier 360 is seeking Peers to provide center-based support in Vancouver, Washington. The role offers people in recovery an opportunity to support their community. Peer Support staff provide peer support services, serve as advocates, and offer information and support in various ways. They perform a wide range of tasks to support people as they direct their own recovery, healing, and wellness process.

Requirements

• Be in mental health or substance use recovery.
• Be positive and take initiative.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and well with others.
• Be comfortable being with others seeking something better or different in life.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality peer support services in alignment with Pier 360 Core Values and the Core Competencies for Peer Workers in Behavioral Health Services (SAMHSA).
• Serve as an advocate and provide information and support to peers in a variety of ways.
• Support people living and directing their own recovery, healing, and wellness process.

Benefits

• Three weeks of paid vacation, with incremental increases based on years of employment.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 12 sick days per year.
• Employee medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of the premium paid by CVAB.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed