Peer Support Specialist

Lifeways

This is a graveyard position, and the scheduled hours will be 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Benefits offered:

Medical Benefits
- Preferred Provider Option
- Health Savings Account
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Flexible Spending Account
Pet Insurance
Group Life Insurance, AD&D - Company Paid
Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D
Short Term Disability - Company Paid
Long Term Disability
401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and ROTH) with Company Funded company match up to 6%
Retirement and Financial Planning Services
Shift differential incentives
Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
We provide professional development to enhance various skills, certifications, and continuing education
Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us and have opportunities
Paid Time Off (amount depends on years of service)
Sick Leave for part-time staff
(11) Paid Holidays
Tuition reimbursement program
Commuter Mileage Incentive
Cell phone reimbursement
Clinical Supervision
Wellness Program reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)

Respond to Mobile Crisis dispatches in the community alongside QMHP and or QMHA.
Collaborate closely with QMHPs, QMHAs, law enforcement partners, EMS, St. Alphonsus Emergency Department, and community providers.
Participate in shift debriefings, case consultations, team meetings, and mandatory training, including safety protocols and field readiness training.
Use lived experience to build rapport, reduce stress, model recovery, validate, empower, and support individuals who are in emotional or behavioral health crisis.
Provide grounding techniques, emotional support, coping skills, and non-clinical supportive presence.
Assist clients in identifying strengths, self-determination, and recovery-oriented pathways.
Document client progresses per department policies and procedure.

Ability to respond appropriately to and deescalate a crisis.
Encourage self-advocacy and support individuals in understanding their rights, choices and treatment options.
Assist clients in connecting with outpatient treatment, peer-run organizations, housing support, crisis respite, detox and community resources.
Complete concise documentation of peer services, interventions, and client interactions in alignment with OARs and agency documentation standards.
Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA, OHA Peer Code of Ethics, and agency privacy policies.
Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with Lifeway's policies/procedures, Oregon Administrative Rules, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

Required:

High School Diploma/GED
OHA-recognized Peer Certification
- PSS (Peer Support Specialist - Mental Health); or PWS (Peer Wellness Specialist); or CRM (Certified Recovery Mentor); or Youth or Family Peer Credential
Must identify as a person with lived experience of mental health challenges, trauma, or substance use recovery.
Valid driver's license
Ability to work respectfully, collaboratively, and safely in community-based crisis environments.
Successful completion of background check (including LEDS NCIC)
Tuberculosis screening

Preferred:

Experience working on a Mobile Crisis Team, with 988 Crisis Services, housing outreach or emergency behavioral health settings.

Bilingual/multilingual

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