What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Counselor - Relief position at Looking Glass Community Services?
Looking Glass Community Services has been providing crucial services to Lane County youth and families since 1970!
We are actively recruiting relief Peer Counselors to join our energetic and passionate team of professionals. Apply Now!
We are looking for folks who can work in a relief capacity. There will be varying schedules from morning, swing, and overnights. We are in the process of creating schedules so please be clear on your availability in the job questions.
In an effort to center racial equity and social justice, this position is looking to prioritize lived experiences of applicants rather than work or educational qualifications. Looking Glass welcomes and is motivated to train the right candidate regardless of their professional experience as long as the candidate can demonstrate their knowledge of and commitment to working with marginalized communities.
Overview of the HYS and BHRN Programs
The HYS programs focus on providing support to homeless or runaway youth in Lane County. With a 24-hour crisis hotline, individualized case management, emergency night shelter access, and a drop-in day shelter, staff help youth with life-skill development and provide access to basic needs. To accomplish these goals the HYS services are provided through three individual programs: Station 7, New Roads, and the Rural program.
The Behavioral Health Resource Network is an Oregon state network, in response to Measure 110 and Oregon Senate Bill 755, consisting of a network of entities providing services related to the healthy management of substance use concerns. The BHRN program is a new extension of the services provided at the Homeless Youth Services. At HYS the BHRN services will provide support to youth who are experiencing substance use issues.
If you are looking to experience the best practices in social services with top professionals, Looking Glass Community Services is the place for you!
In compliance with applicable laws and licensing requirements, Looking Glass Human Resources Department conducts a background check on all new employees, non-paid staff (volunteers and interns), and existing staff as required. This is completed by the Background Check Unit with the State of Oregon per the Oregon Administrative Rules.
For more information on your responsibilities and obligations with a background check that is processed by the DHS Background Check Unit, please refer to the ORCHARDS background check system on their government website.
