What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist - Part time position at Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care?
Peer Support Specialist
SIGNING BONUS $750
Valley Cities vision is to be the trusted leader in providing integrated, quality, and recovery-oriented behavioral health services to achieve healthy, happy, and compassionate communities.
Our mission is Compassion. It is Connection, and it is Community.
Why Choose Us:
At Valley Cities Behavioral Health, we believe in nurturing the potential of every member of our team. Our caring, professional staff is Valley Cities’ most important asset – the very heart and center of who we are. Every day, we strive to ensure that your experience working at Valley Cities reflects the importance of your role as we carry out our mission. As a Peer Support Specialist at VC, you'll embark on an exciting journey with us, laying the foundation for a rewarding career. As an FT team member, you'll unlock a world of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.
Job Summary:
Functions as a member of the Phoenix Rising Housing Program Team and is responsible for mentoring residents in finding and living their journey to health and wellness.
Core Values:
Valley Cities upholds core values that guide our approach to care:
- Dignity and respect for all individuals
- Advocacy for health and wellness principles
- Prioritization of integrity and excellence
- Recognition of the importance of mental health in overall well-being
Location: Auburn, WA
Signing Bonus $750!
Work Environment:
- Ability to work from home for part of the week using telehealth.
- Part time or full-time opportunities, with flexible schedule options
- Qualifying site for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- Supervision and supportive onboarding process for new psychiatrists
- Opportunities for professional development and leadership
- Opportunity to join our on-call/per diem provider pool for additional income.
- Generous paid leave and other benefits
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage consumers in a professional and open manner.
- Facilitate weekly wellness recovery action plan (WRAP) groups.
- Facilitate weekly recovery groups.
- Facilitate weekly support groups.
- Provide resources. (i.e., Schools, Benefits, etc.).
- Follow up on no-shows.
- Follow up phone calls for periodic check-in.
- Sharing personal stories of successful employment and recovery.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED and continuing education in mental health field such as the Peer-to-Peer Counselor Program.
- Current Driver’s License.
- Current Automotive Insurance.
- Pass required background checks.
- Proof of Registration as a counselor with the State of Washington.
- Ability to transport clients (if necessary).
- Ability to work independently.
- Achieve certification as a Peer Counselor within 12 months of hire.
Desirable Experience:
- Experience working with disabilities in a mental health setting.
- Bilingual or Multi-lingual.
- Cultural expertise / experience.
Schedule:
For a Peer Support Specialist at Valley Cities Behavioral Health, will provide hope, act as a living example of recovery and share relevant parts of own recovery journey in a strength-based manner. This position will provide opportunities for those who thrive in an ever-evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager.
We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
