Peer Wellness Specialist

ShelterCare•Eugene, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Peer Wellness Specialist is responsible for supporting the program participants of the ShelterCare Medical Respite (SMR) subprogram and helps ensure that all the programs activities, policies and procedures meet the agency's values and mission. Those values include collaboration; person-centered services; result-focused and evidence-based activities; agility and flexibility; integrity and care; a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and trauma-informed care. The Peer Wellness Specialist will actively participate in the care team planning and case staff meetings; support program participants with connections to providers and care supports; help participants access community resources. The Peer Wellness Specialist is a non-exempt position with a starting wage of $22.70 - $22.80 per hour; based on qualifications. The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday and it is an on-site position. This position is considered essential and will be required to work holidays as scheduled. If it's a ShelterCare paid holiday, you will receive holiday pay plus pay for your time worked. ShelterCare is a social services agency that is directed by a board of community volunteers. We have multiple programs in the Eugene/Springfield area. We offer a range of housing solutions combined with wraparound services for families and community members who are experiencing homelessness, on the verge of becoming homeless and have a serious mental illness. Because of the variety of services we offer, we are able to help many people in our community. In addition to making a difference for the vulnerable populations we serve, we offer a fun, positive company culture and opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

A current Peer Wellness Specialist certification
Must be legally able to drive ShelterCare vehicles and transport participants
Must be registered as a Peer Wellness Specialist with the Oregon Health Authority's Traditional Health Worker Registry
Effective communication
Negotiation and collaboration
Scheduling and time management
Leadership
Risk management
Critical thinking and problem solving
Use of technology for email, spreadsheets, documents, etc.
Ability to handle confidential material
Ability to organize and prioritize work

Nice To Haves

Experience working with people who have been homeless and/or have mental health needs

Responsibilities

Supporting the program participants of the ShelterCare Medical Respite (SMR) subprogram
Ensuring that all program activities, policies and procedures meet the agency's values and mission
Actively participating in care team planning and case staff meetings
Supporting program participants with connections to providers and care supports
Helping participants access community resources