Lead Peer Navigator & Outreach Advocate

Ideal Option

Oakridge (OR)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 52,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Employee Assistance and Life Assurance

401K retirement program

Pet Insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

Ideal Option in Oakridge, Oregon is seeking a Lead Peer Navigator to support individuals facing homelessness and substance use challenges. You will partner with EMS, law enforcement, and community programs to provide outreach, coaching, and non-medical care coordination, helping clients access housing, MAT, food assistance, and mental health services.

The ideal candidate has lived recovery experience, strong engagement skills, and the ability to build trust while maintaining confidentiality

Qualifications

Experience serving populations impacted by homelessness, behavioral health conditions, and poverty.
Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) and QMHA preferred.
Experience with data collection, documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

Respond alongside partners to assist individuals with social and behavioral health needs.
Conduct outreach to individuals experiencing homelessness and substance use disorders.
Connect clients to housing, MAT, mental health services, food assistance, transportation, and benefits.
Provide peer support, encouragement, and recovery-oriented coaching.
Maintain accurate documentation of interactions, referrals and follow-up actions.
Identify data gaps and assist with dashboard preparation for supervisors.