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As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive.
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Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and a well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions.
Salary: $17.25-$19.75 per Hour
MAJOR DUTIES: The Outpatient Competency Restoration Peer Support Specialist works under the supervision of the Program Director with clinical oversite provided by the program clinical supervisor. This position provides peer support services to clients in the outpatient competency restoration program, comprised of individuals determined by the court as not competent to stand trial and appropriate for community treatment. In fulfilling these duties, the incumbent performs the following duties independently:
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
GUIDELINES
This position requires that the incumbent obtain and maintain Washington State credentials through the Department of Health.
COMPLEXITY
The incumbent provides community based peer support services to clients who differ widely in age and socioeconomic status and who may possess a variety of chronic and serious social, behavioral and psychological problems. Strong interpersonal, sound judgment and creativity are required to help implement and deliver treatment services that meet the complex needs of the clients.
PERSONAL CONTACTS
Contacts are with the members of the treatment team, clients, significant others of the clients, representatives of various community agencies specializing in the treatment of chemical abuse and mental illness, and related community representatives including hospital personnel, lawyers, probation officers, and other court officials. All personal contacts are carried out in accordance with federal and state laws dealing with the confidentiality of client records.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, speak clearly, hear and use hands and fingers to manipulate writing utensils and keys on a keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or lift and/or move maximum of 15 lbs. The employee is regularly required to effectively operate an automobile.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Working hours are spent indoors in offices or other meeting rooms or in the community meeting with clients in their homes or at court. Supervision of outdoor activities, visits to community agencies, and participation in staff retreats and staff development activities will be required.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Outpatient Competency Restoration Program Clinical Supervisor
Full Time
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$54k-78k (estimate)
05/10/2024
07/16/2024
lifelineconnections.org
VANCOUVER, WA
100 - 200
1962
JARED SANFORD
$10M - $50M
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
Lifeline Connections is a private, not for profit 501(c)(3) corporation that has served the community since 1962. Lifeline Connections provides the full spectrum of treatment services for adults. Our professional staff includes: Board certified psychiatrist and addictionologist Psychiatric nurse practitioners State certified and licensed mental health professionals, social workers, and chemical dependency professionals Registered and licensed practical nurses Counselors who are bilingual in Spanish and fluent with American Sign Language. Lifeline Connections is certified and licensed by the Wa...shington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), Washington State Department of Health and accredited by CARF International. Our programs of care are well respected throughout the region and our service rates are competitive. More than 5,000 people each year have discovered they can get the help they need at Lifeline Connections.
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