Peer Support SpecialistTrainee Adult Outpatient (Pines Location)

Frontier Behavioral Healths presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

• At Frontier Behavioral Health we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employees contribution to our mission.

• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health safety and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.

• At FBH we have a variety of client services including outpatient inpatient community outreach crisis services partnerships with schools law enforcement and more.

• Our evidence-based culturally appropriate trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

Peer Support Specialists promote community integration resiliency and quality of life objectives with clients and/or family members. When appropriate and helpful to the client Peer Support Specialists share relevant personal experiences that foster hope resiliency and decrease stigmatization of mental illness. Peer Support Services are provided to individuals and families of all ages. These services may be provided on an individual or group basis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• As a member of a multi-disciplinary team assist clinicians in the development of treatment objectives and interventions for clients enrolled in mental health services .

• Provide peer counseling and support drawing on common experiences as a peer to clients parents caregivers and natural/community supports by encouraging them to regain hope in and control over their own lives.

• Identify services and activities that promote recovery and resilience assisting clients to identify strengths recognize successes and to build hope.

• Mentor clients to build self-advocacy skills navigate health systems build natural supports and find meaningful activities that promote a sense of purpose structure and inclusion in the community.

• Promote personal responsibility for recovery as the individual client and/or mental health service provider defines recovery.

• Mentor clients to explore networkingthroughexisting advisory groups and client-run organizations; if applicable help clients become involved as an advocate for others.

• Provide individual and group services (appropriate to scope) for enrolled clients including facilitating recovery groups.

• Mentor clients to build and maintain community living skills and access community resources;

• Support clients who are pursuing educational vocational or volunteer services;

• Engage with assigned clients prior to discharge from inpatient psychiatric care participate in discharge planning as directed and assigned and accompany clients as they transition into the community as appropriate.

• Assist clients in need or in times of personal crisis with finding appropriate resources for stabilization in the least restrictive environment appropriate.

• Contact clients referred by a clinician that are not attending scheduled appointments in order to identify barriers and problem solve solutions to client attendance.

• Work with clients in preparation of graduating from services.

• Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner in accordance with agency policies and practices.

• Provide after-hours coverage on a schedule rotation if applicable.

• Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites either via FBH owned Vehicles and/or personal vehicle.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:

REQUIRED:

1. Self-identify as having one or more years in recovery from a mental health condition substance use disorder or both.

2. Certified Peer Support Specialist or Certified Peer Support Specialist Trainee Credential from the WA State Department of Health OR:

• If an Applicant does not have an active or pending Certified Peer Support Specialist or Certified Peer Support Specialist Trainee Credential from the WA State Department of Health then must apply for the Certified Peer Support Specialist TRAINEE credential within 90 days of start date.

• For more information about Certified Peer Support Specialist Credentials from the WA State Dept. of Health please visit: High School diploma or equivalent.

  4. Must have an unrestricted and valid drivers license be able to pass a motor vehicle screening and driving test have active car insurance and be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.

  PREFERRED:

  • Two years experience working in a community behavioral health setting.

  PHYSICAL SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

  The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • This position provides client services in-office and within the community at large on an occasional to frequent basis.

  • Community settings include but are not limited to residences group/congregate living settings hospitals shelters the streets or anywhere in the community at large.

  • Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable.

  • Occasionally frequent travel between locations is required.

  • The ability to drive a vehicle traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains navigate stairs get in and out of vehicles frequently is required.

  • Daily use of a computer is required.

  • May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.

  • Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

  PAY INFORMATION:

  1. Applicants will be hired as a Certified Peer Support Specialist if at the time of offer has an ACTIVE Certified Peer Support Specialist Credential from the WA State Dept. of Health

  2. Applicants will be hired as a Certified Peer Support Specialist Trainee if at time of offer the Applicant has an ACTIVE Certified Peer Support Specialist TRAINEE credential from the WA State Dept. of Health.

  3. Applicants will be hired as a Peer Support Specialist Trainee if at time of offer the Applicant:

  • Has not yet applied for either the Certified Peer Support Specialist or the Certified Peer Support Specialist TRAINEE credential with the WA State Dept. of Health. OR

  • Has a PENDING Certified Peer Support Specialist Credential from the WA State Dept. of Health OR

  • Has a PENDING Certified Peer Support Specialist TRAINEE credential from the WA State Dept. of Health.

  4. Pay is based on whether an Applicant is hired one of the three credential options listed above.

  PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt):

  • Peer Support Specialist TRAINEE- $20.79-$25.33

  • Certified Peer Support Specialist TRAINEE- $20.79-$25.33

  • Certified Peer Support Specialist: - $22.00-$26.81

  All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay for these positions are:

  • Peer Support Specialist TRAINEE: $20.79

  • Certified Peer Support Specialist TRAINEE: $20.79

  • Certified Peer Support Specialist: $22.00

  Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!

  WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:

  • Paid Time Off Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!

  • Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!

  • Sick Leave Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.

  • Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.

  BENEFITS: Dental and Vision

• Retirement We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employermatch.

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.

PERKS:

• No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.

• Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.

• Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.

Required Experience:

Intern