Adult Crisis Center Peer Support Specialist

Adult Peer Support Specialist

Position at Clarvida - Oregon Description Clarvida's success is built on the strength of our people: individuals who bring the right skills and a deep commitment to our mission of improving lives and communities. Our employees are empowered to bring their full potential to the table, ensuring long-term success for our team and those we serve. Portland Oregon location. As an Adult Peer Support Specialist, you'll provide support to clients who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis. By sharing your lived experience to help promote recovery and resiliency, this position encourages hope, wellness, and self-advocacy to clients within a crisis center setting. Maintains the safety and security of the center by conducting client intakes and discharge, communicating with staff on shift, supporting clients with laundry and meal needs, motivational interviewing and empathetic conversation, and providing assistance by connecting clients to the appropriate staff.

Perks of this position:

• Starting at $22/hour
• Daytime, evening, weekend shifts available
• Overnight pay differential of $1/hour
• Consistent hours and pay
• Stability and growth opportunities of working with a national agency

What we're looking for:

• Peer support certificate - Must have completed a Peer Specialist Training approved by The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and qualify to be certified as a Peer Support Specialist.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to pass background checks, including Enhanced Fingerprinting.

Schedule part-time (24 hours):

• Sunday 3PM - 11PM
• Monday 3PM - 11PM
• Tuesday 3PM - 11PM

What we offer: Full Time Employees:

• Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
• Separate sick leave that rolls over each year
• Up to 10 Paid holidays*
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefit plan options
• DailyPay- Access to your daily earnings without waiting for payday*

All Employees:

• 401K
• Employee Assistance program
• Pet Insurance
• Perks @Clarvida- national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement*

*benefits may vary based on Position/State/County

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.