Our Vision and Mission

The Lighthouse Navigation Center, as part of Shepherd's House Ministries, exists to transform pain, fear and disconnection into safety, love, and belonging. We seek to create safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments that meet basic needs, allow for rest, promote health, nurture relationships, and illuminate pathways to restoration as individuals work towards personal well-being and sustainable livelihoods.

We assist unhoused individuals in Central Oregon by providing essential support for obtaining housing, documentation, resources and self-sufficiency. We facilitate connections to job training, employment, and assistance for mental, physical health, and substance abuse. Our onsite management and collaboration with resource providers and community partners ensure comprehensive aid. Operating two emergency shelters and two outreach programs, we service unhoused individuals across the region.

The Role of Peer Support Specialist

We operate as a team, with each staff member having specific responsibilities while working together to achieve our goals. The Peer Support Specialist collaborates with the case management team, community partners and volunteers to facilitate pathways to health and recovery for those transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing. They build meaningful connections with participants, engaging in activities alongside them to foster trust and support. Assisting the Program Coordinator, they help create a safe and healing environment to address physical, emotional and mental needs, aligning with our Vision and Mission.

Position Overview

Status: Part-time (20-29 hours per week)

Compensation: $18-21 per hour

Direct Supervisor: Program Coordinator

Why Join our Team?

Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off to relax and recharge.

Sick Time: Paid sick time to care for your health without worry.

Room for Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

An Excellent Culture: A people-centered, supportive work environment.

Meaningful Impact: Experience the invaluable rewards of serving community members as they pursue stability.

Why Should We Choose You?

• You demonstrate openness, honesty and authenticity.
• You empower others through trust-building relationships.
• You exhibit attention to detail and care for others.
• You can lead and collaborate effectively.

What are the Responsibilities of this Role?

• Maintain a welcoming, safe enviornment at the Navigation Center, promoting visitor particiaption in day-use activities and services
• Assist the Associate Director in organizing daily experiential learning activities
• Foster meaningful connections with visitors through active listening
• Guide participants in accessing health, stability and recovery resources, including coordinating with case managers and service providers.
• Advocate for participants' access to mental and physical health services and provide referrals when needed.
• Accompany participants to appointments as required and introduce them to supportive services and activities.
• Support and guide volunteers in their interactions with participants and the Navigation Center team.
• Collaborate with team members, service providers, and volunteers to address chronic homelessness, offering ideas and creative solutions.
• Help with case plans, coping strategies and rehabilitation.
• Ensure the safe and sanitary operation of the Navigation Center in coopreration with the facilitates manager.
• Fulfill additional duties assigned by the Associate Director

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Bend, OR 97701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person