WISe Parent Peer Partner

Sound•Seattle, WA

6d•$26 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

SOUND Behavioral Health is hiring a WISe Parent Peer Partner to support children, youth, and families involved with systems of care. The role provides resources, referrals, and linkages that support strength building, and attends family meetings as requested. The Parent Peer Partner also participates in national, state, and local forums, workgroups, and events to connect with other systems and learn about best practices. This is an on-site, community-based position based in Seattle, with regular travel throughout King County and flexible work hours. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility required to provide mobile services. The Parent Peer Partner is expected to understand, support, and accommodate the diverse perspectives and needs of different cultures and communities in the county. Applicants must be 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. Compensation is $25.52–$26.83 per hour.

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 with system advocacy for one's own family and willingness to partner with others.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required, or must be actively pursuing it.
Must be a Certified Peer Counselor, having completed the training, 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 an 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.
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.
Assist clients with navigating behavioral health, criminal justice, mental health, and other systems.
Help clients build self-advocacy and coping skills.
Assist clients in building and maintaining community living skills and accessing community resources.
Assist clients with finding and retaining employment, education, and volunteer work.
Help clients find meaningful activities that promote purpose, structure, and inclusion in the community.
Assist clients in identifying strengths, recognizing successes, and building hope.
Help reduce the isolation and helplessness that clients and families may experience.
Collaborate with the WISe team and other agencies, including community and professional systems of care.
Attend family meetings as requested.
Attend national, state, and local forums, workgroups, and events to connect with other systems and enhance understanding of best practices.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with premiums fully paid by Sound for team member and child coverage to age 26, depending on plan; spouse or domestic partner coverage is available at the team member's cost.
Life insurance paid by Sound, equal to two times annual salary plus an additional $25,000.
Long-term disability insurance paid by Sound, covering 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 contributions of $1,133.33 for individual coverage or $2,266.67 for family coverage for eligible team members, prorated for new hires in their first year.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent day care costs.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
18 vacation days per year, increasing with years of service.
9 holidays per year.
12 sick leave 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 3 paid days for approved off-site training.