Field-Based Case Manager & Peer Support Leader (LEAD)

Ideal Option PLLC; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 35,817 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

401K retirement program

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

Ideal Option PLLC is seeking a Case Manager/Peer Support Specialist in Bend, Oregon to support the LEAD Project. The role involves field-based outreach, intensive case management, and collaboration with LEAD partners, housing providers, and community organizations to assist individuals with low-level offenses and housing needs.

The ideal candidate will have experience in harm reduction, strong advocacy and communication skills, and a background in social services or behavioral health.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in social services or related field required.
• Experience serving populations impacted by poverty and behavioral health with harm reduction.
• 1–2 years working with people in recovery.
• Experience with CRM and EHR systems.
• Certified Recovery Mentor or Peer Support Specialist certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Outreach and Intensive Case Management for assigned clients.
• Engage participants in community settings and service facilities to establish trust.
• Assess needs across housing, health, and social services; connect to funding programs.
• Assist participants in accessing housing and medical/mental health resources.
• Develop and maintain relationships with LEAD partners and service providers.
• Advocate for participants in criminal justice contexts and coordinate with providers.

Skills

Case management

Peer support

Outreach

Harm reduction

Advocacy

Communication under pressure

Relationship building

Education

Undergraduate degree in social services/behavioral health

Tools

CRM system

EHR system

HIPAA compliance

Job description

Ideal Option PLLC is seeking a Case Manager/Peer Support Specialist in Bend, Oregon to support the LEAD Project. The role involves field-based outreach, intensive case management, and collaboration with LEAD partners, housing providers, and community organizations to assist individuals with low-level offenses and housing needs.

The ideal candidate will have experience in harm reduction, strong advocacy and communication skills, and a background in social services or behavioral health.