Certified Peer Support Specialist - Park Place at Comprehensive Life Resources

Tacoma, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

28.66

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Peer Support, Recovery Strategies, Wellness Management, Self-Advocacy, Community Resources, Communication Skills, Skill Building, Ethical Standards, Professional Growth, Team Collaboration, Client Support, Goal Setting, Lived Experience, Confidentiality, Microsoft Applications

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Park Place - Tacoma, WA 98405 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Peer Certification Salary Range: $21.01 - $28.66 Hourly Travel Percentage: Travel within the community Job Shift: Day Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Full Time Adult Residential Treatment Facility $21.01 - $28.66 DOE Monday - Friday Day Shift Pierce County’s first Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic: Comprehensive Life Resources is looking for a qualified Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our Adult Residential Treatment Facility in Tacoma, WA. We offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision with 100% paid premiums for employees. 11 paid holidays, 403(b)-retirement plan, Life Insurance, Long term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (up to 6 consultations per year), Mileage reimbursement, Tuition Assistance, Paid Sick and Vacation leave, Bereavement Leave, Student Loan Repayment, and Continuing Education Assistance. All benefits contingent on working a scheduled 40hrs a week. Scope: Provide services to clients and assistance to counselors in a residential setting. Assist in improving the community adjustment of clients at high risk for institutionalization, to reduce the need for repeated and extended inpatient treatment. Serves as a member of an organization that welcomes, engages, and serves individuals with complex wellness needs Responsibilities: Assist clients in skill building to promote recovery, self-direction, self-advocacy Facilitate wellness management and recovery strategies (e.g., IMR, WRAP) Promote and model recovery principles and values within and as a member of multidisciplinary client support team Provide information and support about skills related to health, wellness, and recovery Educate clients about daily living skills, self-advocacy skills, healthcare and other systems navigation Connect clients to community resources and natural supports Identify strengths and assets, and setting goals, led by the person receiving the Peer’s support Promote hope through sharing of lived experience Role model ongoing recovery and wellness management Attend/facilitate treatment team meetings, staff meetings, and designated staff training and consultation sessions as assigned. Ensure that ethical and professional standards of practice are maintained by following all CLR policies and seeking regular consultation. Actively participate in Peer supervision and training for continued professional growth. Qualifications Qualifications: WA State credential or ability to become credentialed Proficiency in common Microsoft applications Strong written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated ability to prioritize deadlines, work independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality Active/current credential as a Certified Peer Specialist per WA DOH (Starting July 1, 2025) If driving is required for role, must have valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and working vehicle. Comprehensive Life Resources is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability status, and any other applicable legally protected characteristics and or class.

Responsibilities

Provide services to clients and assist counselors in a residential setting to improve community adjustment and reduce the need for inpatient treatment. Facilitate skill building, wellness management, and recovery strategies while promoting recovery principles within a multidisciplinary team.