Field-Based Behavioral Health Co-Responder & Peer Counselor

Evergreen Recovery Centers; Washington; On-site; USD 120,862,000 - 141,075,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Recovery Centers in San Juan County, WA is seeking an Outreach Behavioral Health Co-Responder—Peer Counselor. This field-based role partners with the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office to deliver immediate behavioral health support during crises and connect clients with needed services.

The role requires CPC certification in Washington, a valid WA driver’s license, and 2+ years of crisis services experience.

Qualifications

• Washington State CPC certification required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License
• 2+ years of providing crisis services
• Willingness to complete law enforcement familiarization training

Responsibilities

• Accompanies law enforcement on co-response calls and provides initial behavioral health support and de-escalation in the field.
• Coordinates referrals and continuity of care with community partners.
• Documents contacts in a timely manner — including interviews and notes — per standards.
• Maintains case records and prepares reports with outcomes data.
• Provides follow-up services when clinically appropriate and necessary.

Skills

Crisis de-escalation

Law enforcement collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Case management

Crisis communication

Cultural competence

Documentation skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

CPC certification

High School Diploma

Driver's license

2+ years crisis services

Job description

Evergreen Recovery Centers in San Juan County, WA is seeking an Outreach Behavioral Health Co-Responder—Peer Counselor. This field-based role partners with the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office to deliver immediate behavioral health support during crises and connect clients with needed services.

The role requires CPC certification in Washington, a valid WA driver’s license, and 2+ years of crisis services experience.