What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist - Community Support Services (CSS) position at Linn County Department of Health Services?
Peer Support Specialist - Community Support Services
Mental Health Department (Classification 773)
SEIU Represented Full Time (37.5 hours/week) position
Linn County Mental Health is looking for a Peer Support Specialist to work full time with individuals being served with the Community Support Services (CSS) and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) teams. The Peer Support Specialist will engage with mental health consumers through helping them learn skills and establish resources to maintain successful independent living, help individuals integrate into the community and to advocate on their behalf within the community, and support the individual's plan for success. The individuals served have a serious/severe mental illness; they are ready to be discharged from the State Hospital, licensed residential care or are homeless or at risk of homelessness. As members of the treatment team, Peer Support Specialists provide a unique understanding of the consumer that will promote respect and integrity.
Required:
Must be able to pass a criminal history check. Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license with an acceptable driving record that meets the County's requirements is required.
This is a non-supervisory position. Lead work and coordination of work of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. Incumbents in this position may provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel.
VISA SPONSORSHIP
Linn County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Mental Health Department (Classification 773)
SEIU Represented Full Time (37.5 hours/week) position
This position is open until filled.
First review of applications will be on December 1, 2025. Any applications received after December 1 will be reviewed and considered as needed, and this posting may close at any time after that date.
Linn County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.
Linn County Mental Health is looking for a Peer Support Specialist to work full time with individuals being served with the Community Support Services (CSS) and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) teams. The Peer Support Specialist will engage with mental health consumers through helping them learn skills and establish resources to maintain successful independent living, help individuals integrate into the community and to advocate on their behalf within the community, and support the individual's plan for success. The individuals served have a serious/severe mental illness; they are ready to be discharged from the State Hospital, licensed residential care or are homeless or at risk of homelessness. As members of the treatment team, Peer Support Specialists provide a unique understanding of the consumer that will promote respect and integrity.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED with a demonstrated proficiency in reading and writing. Have completed and passed a Peer Support Specialist certification program approved by the State of Oregon. Knowledge of community resources specific to housing. Must have lived experience in mental health and/or substance use recovery.Required:
• Certified Peer Support Specialist
• Must be able to pass a criminal history/background check
• Have a current driver's license and clean driving record
• Knowledge of community resources specific to housing
Preferred:
• Knowledge of Person-Centered Planning
• Knowledge of Illness Management and Recovery
• Experience working with Electronic Record Systems
• Must be able to pass a criminal history/background check
• Have a current driver's license and clean driving record
• Knowledge of community resources specific to housing
Preferred:
• Knowledge of Person-Centered Planning
• Knowledge of Illness Management and Recovery
• Experience working with Electronic Record Systems
Must be able to pass a criminal history check. Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license with an acceptable driving record that meets the County's requirements is required.
This is a non-supervisory position. Lead work and coordination of work of others is not a typical function assigned to this position. Incumbents in this position may provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel.
Linn County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Salary : $3,988 - $5,088
