Peer Support Specialist - PHRC

Description

Full-Time Peer Support Specialist Pacific Hope and Recovery Center (PHRC)

Hiring Range : $20.07 - $24.58 Per Hour

Benefits :

• Comprehensive and generous health, dental, and vision benefits
• Up to 19 days of PTO, 2 mental health days, and 9 paid holidays your first year (pro-rated for part-time)
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Student loan payment assistance and extensive training
• An incredible team approach that is dynamic and collaborative

Kitsap Mental Health Services is hiring a Peer Support Specialistto support our Pacific Hope and Recovery Center (PHRC) team.

This position is ideal for someone who has personally experienced mental health and / or substance use disorder services and is eager to use their knowledge and insight to benefit others.

As a Peer Specialist, you will provide support, advocacy, and expertise about the recovery process, symptom management, and the persistence required by clients to lead a satisfying life.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Share lived experience when clinically appropriate to offer hope to clients in crisis.
• Advocate for client choice, self-determination, and decision-making in treatment planning, delivery, and evaluation.
• Assist clients in navigating external resources upon discharge.
• Coordinate and facilitate the timely implementation of complex discharge plans.
• Track client progress at 7 days, 30 days, and 90 days post-discharge through follow-up calls.
• Maintain effective communication with physicians, nursing staff, clients, families, and other relevant parties.
• Facilitate approved group activities and provide individual support to clients.
• Conduct ongoing observation and assessment of client mental status.
• Assist with meeting client basic needs, including meal preparation, safety checks, and transportation.
• Participate in shift pass downs to ensure continuous client care.
• Document findings, discharge plans, and actions taken according to PHRC guidelines.
• Complete all necessary paperwork related to client care, including admission and discharge forms, confidentiality agreements, and tracking sheets.
• Assist Substance Use Disorder Professionals, Trainees, and Recovery Case Managers with tasks such as arranging transport, housing, and follow-up appointments.

Minimum Qualifications :

EDUCATION : High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE : Entry level (no prior related work experience)

This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in the state of Washington, and have reliable, insured transportation.

Valid WA State Food Worker Card (Can be obtained after hire)

LICENSURE : Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration. (Can be obtained after hire)

Completion of the Washington State Mental Health Division’s Peer Counselor Training and the subsequent certification as a Peer Counselor within six months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications :

EXPERIENCE : Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness.

Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.