Peer Support Specialist | $23/Hr.

This position serves as an advocate to clients with mental health challenges and/or addictions by providing support, encouragement, and assistance.

What you’ll do:

• Meet with clients in-person and virtually, often in non-traditional settings.
• Work with Qualified Health Care Providers or Drug and Alcohol Counselors in order to support their cases.
• Refer clients to appropriate services and resources.
• Consistently follow up with clients.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules.
• Represent and promote the program to community members and other agencies.
• Co-facilitate skill-building groups as needed.
• Demonstrate healthy and appropriate life skills and boundaries to clients and their families.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Other duties as required.

Who you are:

• Bilingual and bi-cultural English and Spanish. Must be able to speak, read, and write fluently in English and Spanish.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be a Certified Peer Support Specialist or successfully complete the training within one year of taking on the position.
• Prefer someone who self-identifies as recovering from substance abuse addiction or who is or who has received mental health services.
• Understand and have experience with trauma-informed work and recovery principles.
• Understand and have experience with youth and adults who have been affected by adverse childhood experiences.

We offer a generous benefits package and a supportive work culture. As a non-profit organization, full-time employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

If you want a job that helps you make a difference every day, send a cover letter and resume.

Diversity Statement

Northwest Family Services, through our mission, practices, and the services we offer, is committed to the belief that all people deserve dignity and respect. As we serve our communities, we will continue to work together to listen, learn, and act to overcome historical values and structures that have led to discrimination and inequities.

We are committed to creating a culture of belonging where all staff is valued and given the opportunity to grow and succeed equitably. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, primary language, ethnic background, or socioeconomic status. NWFS pursues policies, strategies, and programs which promote diversity, inclusion, and equity in our daily work. We seek staff who share our vision and commitment to our communities.

Supplemental Information

NWFS is committed to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of BIPOC and other historically underrepresented groups. Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment.

To apply for this position, email us at mpadilla@nwfs.org. Please include "Peer Support Specialist/R-2314" in the subject line. Be sure to attach your cover letter & resume.