Mobile Peer Support Specialist — Crisis & Recovery

Cascadia Health; United States; On-site; USD 75,680,000 - 79,394,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks PTO (full-time)

Medical and dental coverage

Vision plan

403(b) retirement plan

FSA

Short/Long term disability

Life insurance

Bereavement and jury duty leave

Bike to Work Reimbursement

Job summary

Cascadia Health is seeking a Mobile Peer Provider for Project Shelter, based in the Portland area. The role will deliver trauma-informed, strength-based peer services in the community, coordinating with clinicians and other agencies to ensure comprehensive care.

The position requires personal recovery experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel across the Portland metro area. BLS training will be provided, and the starting pay range is posted in USD.

Qualifications

• Peer Support Specialist (PSS) training approved by OHA in Mental Health.
• Peer Wellness Specialist (PWS) training approved by OHA in Mental Health.
• Traditional Healthcare Worker (THW) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate mobile response to individuals experiencing mental health crises in Multnomah County.
• Provide mobile support to individuals or parents and families experiencing emotional, developmental, or health challenges.
• Share lived experience to inspire hope and model positive outcomes for individuals or families.
• Assist individuals or families in developing and implementing communication, crisis, and safety plans.
• Offer guidance in accessing local resources such as housing, public benefits, education, and health services.
• Mentor skills related to parenting, positive communication, and self-care.
• Prepare individuals or families for treatment team planning, safety planning, and policy meetings.
• Assist in completing applications and forms related to services (e.g., housing, insurance, education).
• Provide culturally responsive services, particularly for historically underserved populations.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork / independence

Education

Peer Support Specialist (PSS) training approved by OHA

Peer Wellness Specialist (PWS) training approved by OHA

Traditional Healthcare Worker (THW) certification

Job description

Cascadia Health is seeking a Mobile Peer Provider for Project Shelter, based in the Portland area. The role will deliver trauma-informed, strength-based peer services in the community, coordinating with clinicians and other agencies to ensure comprehensive care.

The position requires personal recovery experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel across the Portland metro area. BLS training will be provided, and the starting pay range is posted in USD.