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$5,000 HIRING BONUS (Prorated by FTE)
Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8am – 5pm
Overview
The Peer Support Specialist advocates for youths and promotes a strengths-based framework from which services are provided. This position will work as an active member of the treatment team supporting the youth’s own recovery process through community engagement and other independent skill building activities. Utilizes Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) in delivery of client services. Options provides on the job training and supervision for FIT.
Responsibilities
The Peer Support Specialist provides coaching, education, support, and encouragement to youth to use their own voice in expressing their views clearly, and in making informed choices regarding their service and support needs, and must be able to relate to the youth population they serve. They also work collaboratively to increase youth and family involvement and decrease unintentional bias/stigma about children and youth receiving services.
This position provides education on issues related to mental health and available services, and promotes access and engagement in needed services.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and a general understanding of the population served. Some post-secondary coursework preferred.
Have a history of receiving mental health services and be well-grounded in one’s own recovery, with at least a year since diagnosis preferred. Knowledge and skills sufficient for establishing effective relationships with clients who have a mental illness in order to support them in their own recovery. Competency in recognizing behavioral issues and symptoms of mental illnesses for the purpose of electronic documentation and communication with members of the treatment team.
Must be eligible to become certified as a Peer Support Specialist on the State registry https://traditionalhealthworkerregistry.oregon.gov/, and attend required trainings for certification when available.
Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.
Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to transport clients. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.
Possess mature attitude and sensitivity to the needs of people who have a chronic mental illness; understanding of HIPAA laws regarding confidentiality of privileged information; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; ability to work independently and with staff as agency needs dictate.
Options for Southern Oregon recognizes that in order to best serve the healthcare needs of our communities and fulfill our mission, we must learn, grow, incorporate, and value the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and in our lives. We are committed to the continued development of an aware, diverse, and culturally responsive workforce and an organizational culture that is supportive and affirming for all staff and clients. Options acknowledges that incorporating EDI principles in our practices is an ongoing learning process and we are committed to using our voice to effect positive change. We recognize that making an impact on health inequities in our community will take more than just a statement and, to this end, our goals, planning, and actions aim to promote and develop equitable and effective health care services to reflect the needs of our diverse communities.
Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Full Time
Social & Legal Services
$62k-77k (estimate)
02/25/2023
06/05/2024
optionsonline.org
GRANTS PASS, OR
100 - 200
1981
JOANN GILLYATT
<$5M
Social & Legal Services
Options for Southern Oregon, Inc. is an Oregon non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation based in Grants Pass since 1981. Options serves as the Community Mental Health Program for Josephine County and provides additional services, such as our Integrated Primary Medical Care program - Hillside Medical - for all members of the community. Mission Statement: Options for Southern Oregon serves people of all ages in our community who have mental health needs. Our holistic approach addresses housing, advocacy, community integration, crisis intervention, therapy, co-occurring issues, education, work, and econ...omic well-being. We foster the development of mental and emotional health in children, adults, and families, and support our clients participation as respected members of the community. Values Statement: Options serves individuals and families within a climate of respect and positive regard utilizing evidence-based practices. Inherent in our approach is the recognition of each person's strengths and capacity to grow, and the belief that we can be each other's teachers.
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