What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist - Mobile Crisis Response - Monday-Thursday 10AM-9PM position at Frontier Behavioral Health?
Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!
WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?
- At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
- Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
- At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more. Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
The primary goals of Mobile Crisis Response (MCR) is to divert individuals from jail, emergency departments, and involuntary psychiatric treatment. MCR provides outreach services to assist with connecting individuals with the appropriate primary healthcare and behavioral health services, as well as community resources which increase the likelihood individuals will stabilize in the community and prevent deterioration. Primary individuals served by the MCR are individuals who are currently or have a history of being a Trueblood class member or are a high utilizer of the criminal justice system, emergency departments of inpatient psychiatric treatment. MCR would provide rapid response, assessment services, crisis intervention, engagement, supportive counseling, information and referral, linkage to requested/necessary resources and appropriate community-based mental health and chemical dependency services for ongoing treatment and follow-up to individuals and families of all ages in community-based settings. Services will be provided to enrolled and non-enrolled individuals. For those who are not on Medicaid, MCR will assist the individual to obtain Medicaid if appropriate. MCR provides integrated High-Intensity Outreach services to accommodate the local needs and circumstance of individuals who are severely and persistently mentally ill and may also have co-occurring disorders of substance abuse or addiction.
Peer Support Specialists promote community integration, resiliency and quality of life objectives with clients and/or family members. When appropriate and helpful to the client, Peer Support Specialists share relevant personal experiences that foster hope, resiliency and decrease stigmatization of mental illness. Peer Support Services are provided to individuals and families of all ages. These services may be provided on an individual or group basis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
- As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, assist clinicians in the development of treatment objectives and interventions for clients enrolled in mental health services;
- Provide peer counseling and support, drawing on common experiences as a peer, to clients, parents, caregivers, and natural/community supports by encouraging them to regain hope in, and control over, their own lives.
- Identify services and activities that promote recovery and resilience, assisting clients to identify strengths, recognize successes, and to build hope.
- Mentor clients to build self-advocacy skills, navigate health systems, build natural supports, and find meaningful activities that promote a sense of purpose, structure and inclusion in the community.
- Promote personal responsibility for recovery as the individual client and/or mental health service provider defines recovery.
- Mentor clients to explore networking through existing advisory groups and client-run organizations; if applicable, help clients become involved as an advocate for others.
- Provide individual and group services (appropriate to scope) for enrolled clients including facilitating recovery groups.
- Mentor clients to build and maintain community living skills and access community resources;
- Support clients who are pursuing educational, vocational, or volunteer services;
- Engage with assigned clients prior to discharge from inpatient psychiatric care, participate in discharge planning, as directed and assigned, and accompany clients as they transition into the community as appropriate.
- Assist clients in need or in times of personal crisis with finding appropriate resources for stabilization in the least restrictive environment appropriate.
- Contact clients referred by a clinician that are not attending scheduled appointments in order to identify barriers and problem solve solutions to client attendance.
- Work with clients in preparation of graduating from services.
- Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and practices.
- Provide after-hours coverage on a schedule rotation, if applicable.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:
REQUIRED:
- The Peer Support Specialist position requires the individual have lived experience with mental illness and self-identifies as a current or former recipient of mental health services.
- Certification as a Peer Counselor consistent with WAC 388-865-0107; required within 90 day of employment.
- Must submit for Agency Affiliation within 30 days of hire.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- There is no education requirement to attain certification as a Peer Counselor; however, rate of pay will be based on the Peer Support Specialists' education level as follows:
- Peer - No secondary education degree, Associate degree: or three years of experience as a Certified Peer Counselor; or bachelor’s or master’s degree in unrelated field in lieu of AA degree, Bachelor's degree in behavioral health related field.
- Peer Sr. - Master's degree or higher in behavioral health related field
PREFERRED:
- One-year experience working as a Certified Peer Counselor in Washington State or other state equivalent; or two years' experience working in a community behavioral health setting.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Must have reliable transportation, insurance and an active driver's license and be willing to use personal vehicle in the course of work.
PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:
- The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This position provided client services in-office and within the community at large on a occasional to frequent basis. Community settings include but are not limited to residences, group/congregate living settings, hospitals, shelters, the streets or anywhere in the community at large.
- Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable. Occasional frequent travel between locations is required.
- The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required. Daily use of a computer is required.
- May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.
PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt): Depends on degree level as noted below:*
- Peer - $22.00-$26.81. - No secondary education degree, Associate degree: or three years of experience as a Certified Peer Counselor; or bachelor’s or master’s degree in unrelated field in lieu of AA degree, Bachelor's degree in behavioral health related field. -
- Peer Sr. - $23.94 - $29.16 - Must have Master's degree or higher in behavioral health related field
*All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus, the starting pay for this position is as follows:
- Peer - $22.00 per hour.
- Peer Sr. - $23.94 per hour.
ADDITIONALLY, This shift has added shift differential to the base pay - Monday-Thursday 10AM-9PM
Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!
WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:
- Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!
- Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
- Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
- Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.
BENEFITS: Visit
www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits
for more information.*- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.
PERKS: visit
www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks
for more information.*- Signing Bonus!
- No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.
- Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.
- Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.
- Free Employee Assistance Program
- Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!
- Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.
IMPORTANT APPLICANT INFORMATION
APPLICANT ACCOMMODATIONS:
To request accommodation with our application process, please contact Human Resources at 509-458-7461.
Job seekers may also obtain assistance, including auxiliary accommodations/ aids, by calling WorkSource Spokane at 509-532-3120.
OUR EEO POLICY
It is the policy of FBH to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, national origin, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by law, or their relatives, friends or associate and that ; a) has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, b) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work performance, or c) otherwise adversely affects an individual’s employment opportunities. Violations of this policy are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This includes negative actions based upon an employee’s participation in activities identified with or promoting the interests of a protected group.
Salary : $22 - $27
