Certified Peer Supervisor

YMCA of Greater Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 44,772 - 50,282; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Membership to YMCA of Greater Seattle

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

Retirement with 12% employer

Wellness resources

Paid time off (PTO)

Staff discounts on programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Seattle is seeking a Peer Support Supervisor to lead a team of Peer Counselors delivering youth and family behavioral health services. This role blends supervision, direct service, and program coordination to ensure culturally responsive care.

The full-time position runs Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm, with occasional evening and on-call duties. Benefits include health insurance, retirement, and PTO with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Meet WA state requirements for Approved Peer Support Specialist Supervisor.
• Experience in supervising peer staff and delivering family youth services.

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload of up to 50% of an FTE as needed to stay connected to service delivery.
• Supervise a team of Peer Counselors and Peer Lead(s).
• Coordinate day-to-day operations including scheduling, coverage and emergencies.
• Provide weekly individual supervision and coaching to supervisees.
• Ensure credentialing and documentation meet WA state requirements.
• Represent the YMCA in community partnerships and meetings.

Skills

Peer supervision

Team leadership

Behavioral health

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s degree in a relevant program

WA DOH Peer Support Specialist Supervisor approval

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our Commitment to Equity

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary

The Peer Support Supervisor provides leadership and oversight to a team of Peer Counselors delivering youth and family behavioral health services. This role combines supervision, direct service, and program coordination to ensure participants receive high‑quality, culturally responsive care. The Supervisor supports the day‑to‑day operations of the program, including staff scheduling, coverage, and responding to urgent situations. They provide regular individual supervision, coaching, and development to team members while maintaining a reduced caseload to stay connected to direct service delivery.

Position Type & Hours

This is a full‑time position, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Benefits

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Retirement with 12% employer contributions after 2 years of service (other savings plans available upon hire)
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp, and outdoor leadership programs: 25% for part‑time staff, 50% for full‑time staff
• Direct care staff in the Social Impact Center receive monthly personal Wellness days in addition to existing PTO and Paid Holiday benefits

Hiring Range

$32.50–$36.50 /hr

Schedule

Monday–Friday; 9:00 am–5:00 pm with occasional evening and on‑call responsibilities.

Location

Auburn/Kent locations of CCORS South region team.

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload of up to 50% of an FTE for your team, as programmatically necessary.
• Supervise a team of Peer Counselors, including Peer Lead(s).
• Support day‑to‑day operations including scheduling, coverage needs, and responding to emergencies.
• Provide weekly individual supervision with each assigned supervisee.
• Complete and maintain credentials for: Peer Supervisor Training course and Certified Peer registration as an affiliated counselor with WA state Department of Health.
• Ensure all staff complete and maintain Certified Peer registration credentials.
• Assign cases to supervisees and monitor staff documentation and case records, regularly approving services, spot‑checking records, and ensuring timely documentation of services and productivity.
• Represent the YMCA at interdisciplinary community meetings.
• Ensure all participants served receive high‑quality and effective services.
• Calibrate urgency, intensity, and frequency of services to the youth and family’s individual cultural background and mental health needs, and bridge families to long‑term community support.
• Ensure staff interface and effectively work with courts, probation departments, and other agencies to develop successful treatment programs.
• Support the Clinical Director with the programmatic and operational needs of the regional team and collaborate with all members of the regional leadership team.
• Conduct quality assurance activities so that all services are delivered and documented per WAC and King County contractual requirements and participate in the formal QA review process.
• Prepare county or state reports and audits, and respond to corrective action post‑audit.
• Partner with leaders in other YMCA programs and divisions to build community across the Y and ensure participants receive relevant and effective services.
• Participate in weekly on‑call supervisor rotation (if applicable).
• Other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements. Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised, and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a relevant program area or equivalent education, work, and/or life experience. Additional education, training, or experience that provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary for effective performance will be considered.
• Meet all requirements for Approved Peer Support Specialist Supervisor by WA state Department of Health.
• Attestation of self‑identification as in recovery for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) or Mental Health treatment (or the parent/legal guardian of someone in recovery).
• Completion of Peer Support Specialist Training (or commitment to upon hire), which includes passing the written exam and exit interview.
• Proof of 1500+ hours worked as a Certified Peer Support Specialist working with high‑risk, system‑involved youth, young adults, families, or equivalent experience providing community‑based services to diverse populations.
• Experience and knowledge with youth behavior management and child abuse prevention.
• Intermediate computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to visit sites and community organizations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, social services, or a closely related field from an accredited school.
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English.
• Life experience with poverty, child welfare, homelessness, behavioral health, or youth violence and a desire to use that experience to improve the lives of others.

Authorized Driver Requirements

Driving duties for this role are optional, but preferred. To become an authorized driver, you must be 21+, have possessed a driver’s license for at least 3 years, pass a drug screen testing for impairing substances (including marijuana), and meet the following driving record standards.

• Within the last three (3) years: No more than two vehicle‑related suspensions or reinstatements; no more than two moving violations and/or accidents. Moving violations include speeding, improper lane change, failure to yield in right‑of‑way, failure to obey traffic signal, and failure to obey traffic sign.
• Within the last five (5) years: No major violations including DUI, DWI, OUI, OWI, BUI, administrative per se, or refusal to test; no driving with an open container of alcohol; no reckless driving; no hit‑and‑run (property damage only); no racing; no driving with a suspended/revoked license or insurance; no speeding over 20 mph; no fleeing or eluding police; no other felony driving convictions.
• Permanent disqualification instances: more than three DUI/DWI/OUI/OWI/BUI/administrative per se or refusal to test; more than three driving with a suspended/revoked license; hit‑and‑run resulting in bodily injury or death; manslaughter or felony death by motor vehicle. California driver’s license holders are not currently eligible for authorized driver status.

Fit for Seattle Y

• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
• Highly adaptable.
• Strong ownership and work ethic.
• Excellent problem solver who can think on feet.
• Truly enjoy serving people.
• Enjoy being part of a team that cares about one another and works together.
• Want to know that the work contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.

Mission

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

Values

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for excellence

EEO Statement

YGS is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. We participate in the Federal E‑Verify system. All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check.