Part-Time Peer Support Specialist — Recovery Guide

Columbia River Mental Health Services; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 30,996 - 33,393; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Career development allowance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Columbia River Mental Health Services is looking for a part-time Mental Health Peer Support Counselor in Vancouver, WA. This role involves providing peer support to clients, assisting them in their recovery journey, and working as part of a dynamic integrated team.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and personal experience with mental health recovery, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. The working hours are approximately 20 hours per week with a pay range of $22.50 to $24.24 per hour.

Qualifications

• Personal lived experience with mental health recovery.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in articulating personal goals for recovery.
• Provide peer support services including self-help support groups.
• Teach clients problem-solving techniques.

Skills

Recovery principles

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Computer skills (EHR, Word, Excel)

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Columbia River Mental Health Services is looking for a part-time Mental Health Peer Support Counselor in Vancouver, WA. This role involves providing peer support to clients, assisting them in their recovery journey, and working as part of a dynamic integrated team.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and personal experience with mental health recovery, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. The working hours are approximately 20 hours per week with a pay range of $22.50 to $24.24 per hour.