Peer Support Specialist

7 days ago


Eugene, United States Emergence Addiction and Behavioral Therapies Full time

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Peer Support Specialist

During times when individuals or their families may feel there is no help, Emergence Addiction and Behavioral Therapies can help the most. We are passionately committed to providing ethical and professional services to the community during crisis and every day.

Are you looking for a dynamic career filled with opportunity? Emergence is the place where you will make a difference. Our organization, through collaboration, integrity, and inclusion strives to provide comprehensive outpatient treatment for mental health, substance abuse, and problem gambling. We are looking for our next female Peer Support Specialist who can absorb and honor our journey thus far while providing robust enhancements for the future. If you have curiosity, drive, enthusiasm, and a strong desire to help others, we encourage you to apply. Emergence will provide you with ongoing training opportunities, amazing benefits, generous paid time off, space and time for professional development, and a supportive team to partner with. We hold opportunity, collaboration, and inclusion as inherent characteristics of our core values.

Emergence is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Peer Support Professional to provide encouragement and assistance to help participants in treatment court achieve long-term recovery, connect with the local recovery community, and navigate local resources. EMERGENCE is willing to train the right person.

Signing Bonus:

$3,500 $1,500 on your first regular paycheck, and $2,000 in 6 months.

Peer Support Professional Position Highlights:

100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance for the employee

• Hourly, non-exempt position, 40 hours per week

• 401k with employer match

• Generous paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Paid training and continuing education

• Supportive, collaborative environment

Peer Support Professional Responsibilities:

• Provide peer support to individuals who experience addiction and are involved in the criminal justice system

• Help clients achieve goals on their individual service plans

• Empower clients to connect with the recovery community and find long-term recovery

• Collaborate with peers, counselors, supervisors, and court staff

• Document activities and uphold the highest standards of professional ethics

• Observe, collect, and process female client UA's

• May be required to work evenings and weekends

Requirements

Peer Support Professional Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• 40 Hours of OHA Accredited Peer Support Training OR willingness to complete this as soon as training program is offered after hire

• Desire to help people suffering addiction achieve long-term recovery

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• CRM credential preferred

• Experience with gambling addition disorder

• Experience with substance use disorder

• Knowledge of local resources and supports

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Complete applications include a cover letter with 3 references and a resume.

For questions: hr@4emergence.com

EMERGENCE is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with lived experience of substance use disorder and/or criminal justice involvement are encouraged to apply, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, living with disability.

Salary Description

Salary Non-Exempt



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