Peer Support Specialist - CATT Drop-in Center at MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTION ASSOCIATION OF OR

Hillsboro, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Feb, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

13 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Peer Support, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Crisis Management, Community Resource Navigation, Documentation Skills, Cultural Competence, Trauma-Informed Care, Recovery Planning, Advocacy, Problem Solving, Time Management, Technology Proficiency, Role Modeling, Ethics, Self-Directed Care

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

The Peer Company (TPC) Center for Addictions Triage and Treatment (CATT) Drop-in Center Peer Support Specialist Job Description Pay: $25 per hour FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00AM – 4:00PM Benefits: This is a benefited position TITLE: Peer Support Specialist REPORTS TO: CATT Program Manager DEPARTMENT: Center for Addictions Triage and Treatment (CATT) JOB SUMMARY: The Peer Support Specialist (PSS) provides peer support as someone who has similar life experiences and acts as a positive role model for living in recovery. The PSS is a member of interdisciplinary teams participating in collaboratively supporting an individual’s self-defined and self-directed care. The PSS supports the individual being served by creating their own person-directed recovery plan and accomplishing goals towards their self-defined recovery journey plan. They provide a listening, nonjudgmental presence and connect individuals being served with a full range of community resources. The Center for Addictions Triage and Treatment (CATT) is a project to increase addictions treatment capacity in Washington County. Upon its completion it will add 86 new treatment beds, a peer drop-in center and many other features. The CATT will be a comprehensive center for substance use treatment that is accessible and responsive to our diverse community. The drop-in center is run by Mental Health and Addiction Association of Oregon and is staffed entirely by peers from 8:00AM to 8:00PM, Monday - Friday. QUALIFICATIONS: Values Alignment: The Peer Company strives to honor cultural and spiritual diversity in the communities we serve as well as honoring Voice and Choice through trauma-informed practices with a Social Justice lens. Our values of Voice and Choice mean we believe in the person’s right to make their own decisions and that people are the “experts” in their own lives. We have an unwavering belief in every person’s ability to learn, grow, and recover. Being committed to Social Justice means being committed to constantly assessing our organizational values and the extent to which we are modeling or falling short of them. It also means listening to feedback from our stakeholders and others who have interacted with our organization and taking the time to understand and reflect on those interactions. This commitment is extended from the organization, as well as each employee of The Peer Company. Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Background Check: A criminal background check will be conducted by The Peer Company in accordance with The Peer Company background check policy. A criminal record does not necessarily exclude an individual from employment with The Peer Company. Pre-Hire Drug Screen: As part of The Peer Company's commitment to fostering a safe, productive, and professional workplace, we require pre-hire drug screenings for all potential employees. The screening will be conducted in accordance with The Peer Company's drug screening policy, as well as applicable state and federal laws. Experience: * Identifies as having at least 2 years of lived experience in recovery with addiction challenges (may include both addiction and mental health challenges) * Experience with mental health recovery is desirable and highly valued * Understands the principles of trauma-informed care, recovery, consumer-involvement, and trauma-informed care Licensure/Certification: * Peer Support Specialist (OHA Traditional Health Worker certification) or MHACBO CRM certification required or able to be obtained within 90 days of hire * Valid Oregon Driver’s License and proof of automobile insurance required. Access to reliable personal vehicle required Skills: * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team * Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures * Typing and general technology skills to easily and efficiently navigate electronic systems (e.g., email, Microsoft Teams, etc.) * Important to have working knowledge of Washington County resources ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Provides 1:1 peer support to diverse individuals being served in accordance with The Peer Company’s values alignment and principles of peer support * Collaborates with individuals to create Person Directed Plans (PDPs) to support their individualized recovery journey * Participates in regular peer support supervision sessions * Collaborate with other service providers and interdisciplinary teams to support participant PDPs and recovery journeys * Attend meetings, as applicable, to gain knowledge, communicate program objectives, and advocate for the needs of the participants being served * Implements the regulations, policies, and procedures which pertain to peer-delivered service, The Peer Company, and community partners * Following the direction of the participants served, assist participants in exploring strategies that increase satisfaction with the eight dimensions of wellness * Travels to visit community partners and participants, occasionally transporting participants to relevant community partners * Support participants in crisis by helping them to deescalate and identify next steps in their recovery journey * Assist participants in identifying and engaging various community resources and supports * Documents support services in a program database in a manner that assures compliance with policies, program procedures and local, state, and federal regulations * Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation as required by program deliverables * Acts as a positive role model for individuals being served and exploring their own path to wellness and recovery * Respects and honors a person’s rights and responsibilities and demonstrates professional boundaries and ethics * Adheres to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements * Participate in CATT drop-in center opening and/or closing procedures and protocol * Offers participants educational opportunities to explore new resources, information, and alternatives to utilizing the emergency department for non-emergent needs * Administers outcome measurement tools with individuals being served and participates in data collection * Openly identifies as a person with lived experience of addiction and/or co-occurring mental health challenges and appropriately shares own recovery story with participants * Acts as an advocate for participants when appropriate, both within the organization and with other entities * Complete other relevant duties as assigned The above accountabilities represent work performed by this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific accountability will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of the position. Employment with The Peer Company is "at-will." This means employees are free to resign at any time, with or without cause, and The Peer Companymay terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice. As an at-will employee, it is not guaranteed, in any manner, that you will be employed with The Peer Companyfor any set period of time. The Peer Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at The Peer Company are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, Veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Peer Support Specialist provides 1:1 peer support to individuals in recovery, helping them create personalized recovery plans. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and connect individuals to community resources while acting as positive role models.