Impactful Peer Support Specialist — Behavioral Health

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Health Savings Account

Retirement plan

EAP resources

Paid time off

Job summary

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care in Federal Way, WA is seeking a full-time Peer Support Specialist to engage clients, facilitate WRAP and recovery groups, and connect them to community resources. The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and hands-on outreach.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain Peer Certification within 3 months, with telehealth experience using Microsoft Teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and continuing education in mental health field.
• Current driver’s license and automotive insurance.
• Pass Required Background checks.
• Become Peer Certified within 3 months of hire.
• Good communication skills, teamwork and ability to collaborate with care team members.
• Experience providing telehealth services and Microsoft Teams.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients in a professional and open manner.
• Facilitate groups to include wellness recovery action plan (WRAP), recovery and support groups.
• Provide resources: schools, benefits, housing, food, etc.
• Sharing personal stories of successful employment and recovery.
• Attend and participate in multi-disciplinary meetings with other treatment team members.
• Provide outreach and community-based services when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Telehealth experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Continuing education in mental health field

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care in Federal Way, WA is seeking a full-time Peer Support Specialist to engage clients, facilitate WRAP and recovery groups, and connect them to community resources. The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and hands-on outreach.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain Peer Certification within 3 months, with telehealth experience using Microsoft Teams.