Peer Recovery Specialist / Tacoma, WA
Consejo Counseling and Referral Service is looking to hire a full-time Peer Recovery Specialist for our Tacoma, WA location.
We offer Relocation Assistance, Sign on Bonus and exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k), vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, personal days, life insurance, AD&D, training funds, and your birthday off.
Summary of Job Description:
Provide support to reduce isolation, promote self-empowerment, enhance quality of life and serve the needs of consumers and their families through peer support, advocacy, education and outreach. Ensure services are provided in a holistic and culturally sensitive process, which promote the dignity, respect, safety and maximum optimal functioning of the individual. Provide a living example of hope for others with mental illnesses. Act as a role model of recovery for the consumer.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A Peer Recovery Specialist
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge in the basic concepts of peer support including an understanding of the 10 fundamental Components of Recovery.
- Personal experience with the mental health system provided in King County.
- Certified Peer Counselor who completed a specialized training provided or contracted by the Washington State Mental Health Division (MHD) Preferred.
- Willingness to learn new skills as needed.
- Knowledge and understanding of bicultural issues and needs.
- Ability to tell their own recovery and resiliency story in ways that are culturally relevant to the mental health consumer(s).
- Registered with the Washington State Department of Health as an agency affiliated counselor.
- Experience with peer counseling, health education and/or public speaking preferred.
- Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing both English and Spanish preferred.
- Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation with insurance.
WORK SCHEDULE
This full-time therapy position works a typical schedule of 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday.
SALARY
$18.99 to $23.56 /hr. depending on experience, qualifications and credentials.
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application.
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