What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support position at Church at the Park?
Church at the Park believes that a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture enhances our ability to fulfill our mission. We strive for equality and justice in the way people are treated and the opportunities they have to succeed by working to address racism, unequal treatment and other barriers to inclusion. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds (including communities of color, the LGBTQIA community, veterans, and people with disabilities) to apply and join us in our work. We welcome your resumes even if there is not a position currently available that fits your interest and experience.
Wage: $23.48/hr DOE DOQ
Shift: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Preferred Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED strongly preferred but not required
- Have completed an approved training program by the Oregon Health Authority certifying you as peer specialist; or
- Provide documentation that you are certified by a group other than the Oregon Health Authority that requires completion of an approved training program and at least 20 hours of continuing education every three years; or
- Provide documentation that you have worked or volunteered as a peer specialist for at least 2000 hours in Oregon from January 1, 2004 to June 30, 2019.
- Must have valid Oregon Drivers license; must have a driving record that permits coverage under C@P’s company insurance. Please see Transportation Policy below.
Essential Job Duties Include (But Not Limited To):
Provide Support and Advocacy for participants of Church-at-the-Park
- Connect participants with resources/benefits and assist with goal setting
- Participate in treatment planning and team meetings
- Role Model Recovery and Wellness
- Remain actively engaged, and share personal insight, in own recovery and wellness process
- Maintain personal development through ongoing and continuing education
- Facilitate Positive Change
- Facilitate groups and provide psychoeducation
- Teach problem solving skills
- Promote community involvement and/or advocacy
- Assist in appointment scheduling and provide transportation
- Develop and maintain relationships with services providers for participants benefit
Work environment:
- Close quarters with vulnerable people including individuals without stable living situations who may be struggling with mental health and substance use concerns.
- Indoor/Outdoor work environment with frequent interruptions and demands, and occasional unpredictable behavior.
- Going up and down stairs multiple times a shift.
- Standing / walking the majority of shift.
- Must be able to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds or less.
Transportation Policy:
To receive and maintain authorization to drive a Non Profit vehicle, a driver must:
Drivers must have a valid driver’s license of the state they reside in. Employees who are hired with an out of state license will be given 30 days (subject to DMV availability) to acquire a license for the state in which they reside.
Drivers should have at least (2) years driving experience and be at least 18 years old.
In the past three by (3) years, drivers should have no more than:
Two (2) At-Fault Accidents, (proof of not-at-fault status for accidents must be received to rescind this. Your personal auto insurer or DMV can assist with this information.
Three (3) Minor Moving Violations, (personal and/or business)
Four (4) Non-Moving Violations, such as: Failure to Appear (FTA), License not in possession, or No Proof of Insurance/Registration.
Four (4) or more in combination of the above a, b, and c.
In the past four (4) years, drivers should have zero (0) Major Moving Violations such as:
Driving while Suspended/Revoked and/or Invalid License Exhibition of Speed - Speed Contest,
Reckless Driving,
Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
Vehicular Manslaughter,
Leaving the Scene of an Accident (Hit and Run)
Speeding in excess of 100 mph, etc.
Work environment:
Close quarters with vulnerable people including individuals without stable living situations who may be struggling with mental health and substance use concerns.
Mission Statement: Creating a table of love and acceptance for those who need it most. Empowering people to change their lives and exit poverty by providing vital services and community leadership.
No job offer is final until a drug screen and criminal history check are complete.
Salary : $23