Bilingual Family Peer Specialist - Wraparound Team

Kitsap Mental Health Services; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 32,263 - 38,462; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous paid time off

Student loan assistance

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

A community mental health service in Bremerton is seeking a Bilingual Family Peer Specialist (Spanish/English) to offer culturally informed support to families. This full-time role involves working with parents to help navigate mental health systems, providing resources, and engaging in communities. Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma, two years of experience, and fluency in both languages. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of job-related experience.
• Experience raising a client involved with the mental health system.
• Agency-specific registrations and certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Build trust with parents and caregivers.
• Offer culturally informed peer support.
• Assist caregivers in accessing resources.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Experience with mental health systems

Cultural competency

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Behavioral Health

Job description

Job Overview

Bilingual Family Peer Specialist (Spanish/English) – Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) Child & Family Wraparound (WISe) program.

Full‑time, hourly $23.42–$27.92 (WISe differential). Must be fluent in English and Spanish.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage: health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous Paid Time Off: up to 19 days PTO, 2 mental health days, 10 paid holidays in first year.
• Company‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance: short‑term, long‑term disability, and life insurance at no cost to you.
• Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development: student loan repayment assistance and extensive training opportunities.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: investment options with generous company contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for personal and professional challenges.
• Pets Best Pet Insurance: coverage for cats and dogs.
• 2MorrowHealth Behavioral Change App: free access to a wellness app for healthy behavior changes.
• Home Support Services: resources for buying, selling, or refinancing.
• Dynamic, Collaborative Team Environment: a team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and support.

Primary Responsibilities

• Build trust with parents and caregivers by sharing lived experience and providing encouragement.
• Offer culturally informed peer support to Spanish‑speaking families and help them navigate systems.
• Provide individualized support in homes, schools, and community settings, including Child & Family Team meetings and IEP conferences.
• Assist caregivers in accessing resources such as housing, healthcare, transportation, food, and education.
• Promote independent living skills, parenting support, and personal wellness for both caregivers and their youth.
• Support social engagement by encouraging and participating in community and recreational activities with families.
• Facilitate connections with peer advocacy groups and help families understand their rights, including the grievance process.
• Partner with clinicians to develop youth wellness plans and provide caregiver insight to the treatment team.
• Model and teach skills in daily living, financial management, nutrition, and healthcare access.
• Support families in crisis situations by assisting in safety planning and coordinating with crisis resources as needed.
• Provide interpretation between Spanish‑speaking families and providers when appropriate, ensuring culturally competent communication.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow all agency policies and HIPAA regulations.
• Drive to meetings, appointments, and community resources individually; drive parent/caregiver to meetings, appointments, and community resources as deemed appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum two years of job‑related experience.
• Experience raising a client involved with the mental health system.
• Agency driving requirements: age 21+, valid motor vehicle history check, current Washington state driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle.
• Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration and completion of the Washington State Mental Health Division’s Peer Counselor Training and subsequent certification within six months of employment.
• Speech and writing fluency in both English and Spanish.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Behavioral Health field.
• Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Capacity to work well with children and families.

Performance Requirements

1. Maintain a working knowledge of current trends in community mental health.
2. Maintain certification as a Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessor and administer this screening in person and over the phone as necessary.
3. Maintain a working knowledge of mental health rehabilitation standards.
4. Working knowledge of the system of care and community resources.

Equipment Operated

Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, vehicle, etc.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Frequent mobility, driving/walking/standing/sitting required for extended periods.

While performing the job duties, the employee is required to walk, sit, drive, use hands and fingers, reach with arms, talk, or listen. Peripheral vision is also required for this position.

EEO & Non‑Discrimination Statement

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.