What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jail Diversion Certified Peer Counselor position at Community Integrated Health Services?
Now Hiring: Jail Diversion Certified Peer Counselor
Longview, WA | Full-Time
$20.59–$26.40/hr ($42,827-$54,912 annually)
Use Your Lived Experience to Make a Difference
Your story matters—and it can help change someone else’s life.
At Community Integrated Health Services (CIHS), we’re looking for a Certified Peer Counselor to support adults in their recovery journey through our Jail Diversion program. This is a chance to do meaningful, community-based work while being part of a supportive, team-focused environment.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- 100% paid medical, dental, vision (you dependents)
- 25 days PTO in your first year 11 paid holidays
- Retirement (PERS) with employer contributions
- Supportive team that values your voice and experience
- Opportunity to make a real impact in your community
What You’ll Do
- Support adults using your lived experience
- Help develop and follow recovery/treatment plans
- Partner with clinicians and Jail Diversion team members
- Encourage skill-building and self-directed recovery
- Share observations and support ongoing care decisions
- Help engage diverse adults in services
What You Bring
- WA State Certified Peer Specialist credential from Department of Health
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Personal or lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery
- 2 years of peer support experience
About CIHS
We’re a mission-driven behavioral health organization focused on:
- Whole-person, integrated care
- Real access to services (including 24/7 support)
- Listening to and supporting our community
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of a team that truly values peer support—we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today—we’re hiring quickly!
CIHS is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $42,827 - $54,912