Crisis Peer Support Specialist

4 days ago

Bremerton, Washington, United States Kitsap Mental Health Services Full time
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Are you passionate about supporting individuals facing mental health challenges? We are seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join our Youth Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (YMCOT) in a full-time capacity. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will utilize your personal experience to provide guidance, hope, and empowerment to clients, families, and community partners.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Validate clients' experiences and offer guidance for their recovery journey.
  • Promote hope and empowerment to help clients achieve recovery goals and maintain independence.
  • Share experiences related to involuntary treatment to provide support and inspire hope during the recovery process.
  • Provide information and referrals for housing, job training, vocational rehabilitation, and reliable transportation.
  • Encourage clients' socialization and leisure activities, offering coaching and support.
  • Maintain effective communication with clients, families, and medical professionals for discharge planning and referrals.
  • Collaborate with Designated Crisis Responders for alternative placements.
  • Combat stigma, support clients' rights awareness, and connect them with self-help and advocacy groups.
  • Assist in ongoing assessments and services for challenges like suicidality and substance abuse.
  • Help clients access healthcare, legal services, housing subsidies, and funding alternatives.
Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Entry-level position with no prior related work experience.
  • Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.
  • Completion of the Washington State Mental Health Division's Peer Counselor Training and certification as a Peer Counselor within six months of employment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. 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.

", "requirements": "
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Entry-level position with no prior related work experience
  • Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration
  • Completion of the Washington State Mental Health Division's Peer Counselor Training and certification as a Peer Counselor within six months of employment
", "benefits": "
  • Comprehensive and generous health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Up to 19 days of PTO, 2 mental health days, and 10 paid holidays your first year (pro-rated for part-time)
  • Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • Student loan payment assistance and extensive training
  • An incredible team approach that is dynamic and collaborative
", "additional_info": "

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.

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