WISe Parent Peer Partner

Sound•Tukwila, WA

1d•$26 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

SOUND Behavioral Health is hiring a WISe Parent Peer Partner to provide resources, referrals, and linkages that support strength building. The role requires being a parent or caregiver of a child or youth who is or has been involved in systems of care, such as DCYF, special education, DDA, or juvenile court. The Parent Peer Partner attends meetings as requested by families and participates in national, state, and local forums, workgroups, and events to connect with other systems and enhance understanding of best practices. The position provides mobile services throughout King County, with a primary location at 6400 Southcenter Blvd., Tukwila, WA 98188. The team member works collaboratively with the WISe team and other agencies and accommodates the diverse perspectives and needs of different cultures and communities. Scheduling is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with flexibility needed.

Requirements

Must be a parent or caregiver of a child or youth who is or has been involved in systems of care, such as DSHS, DCYF, special education, DDA, or juvenile court.
Must have a parent’s perspective and intimate knowledge of the expectations and range of experiences of parents and caregivers of children with serious emotional and behavioral disorders.
Experience advocating within systems for one’s own family and willingness to partner with others.
GED or high school equivalent required, or actively pursuing it.
Must be a Certified Peer Counselor, have completed the training and passed the exam, and possess the confirmation letter from DSHS/DBHR.
Must be able to obtain a Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor credential within the first 60 days of hire.
Washington State driver’s license and insurable driving record required.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Follow supervisor direction and maintain professional boundaries with clients and team members.
Use personal experience to build empathy and rapport; validate and provide information, emotional support, and encouragement.
Understand dual relationships and role conflicts; maintain confidentiality; and know when to seek consultation and supervision within the scope of training.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing recovery plans, including identifying life goals and steps to achieve them.
Identify services and activities that promote recovery and resilience.
Support clients and families in making their own choices and taking responsibility for recovery.
Help clients navigate behavioral health, criminal justice, mental health, and other systems.
Help clients build self-advocacy and coping skills.
Help clients build and maintain community living skills and access community resources.
Help clients find and retain employment, education, and volunteer work.
Help clients find meaningful activities that promote purpose, structure, and inclusion in the community.
Help clients identify strengths, recognize successes, and build hope.
Help reduce the isolation and helplessness often experienced by clients and families.
Collaborate with the WISe team and other agencies, including community and professional systems of care.
Attend meetings as requested by families.
Attend national, state, and local forums, workgroups, and events to connect with other systems and learn about best practices.
Provide resources, referrals, and linkages that enable strength building.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; premiums are 100% paid by Sound for team member and child coverage to age 26, depending on plan selected. Spouse/domestic partner coverage is available at the team member’s cost.
Life insurance paid by Sound (two times annual salary plus an additional $25,000).
Long-term disability insurance paid by Sound (60% of monthly salary).
Retirement plan with a 3% Sound contribution; team members are 100% vested.
401(k) plan with pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
Health Savings Account contribution for eligible team members: $1,133.33 for individual coverage or $2,266.67 for family coverage, prorated for new hires in the first year.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent day care costs.
Employee Assistance Plan.
Vacation: 18 days per year, increasing with years of service.
Nine holidays per year.
Sick leave: 12 days per year.
Bereavement leave for death in the family.
Free parking at all Sound sites.
Free in-house professional training, plus $400 annually and three paid days for approved off-site training.
Service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, and 40 years of service.