Peer Counselor - Parent Partner (FBH Certified Peer Counselor)

Catholic Community Services of Western Washington; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 34,687 - 37,291; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

3 weeks vacation

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

A community services organization is seeking a Peer Counselor (Parent Partner) to support youth and families in the Tukwila area. The role requires collaboration with families, flexible scheduling, and a personal understanding of mental health recovery. Candidates must have a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and a genuine passion for providing mental health services. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered, including vacation, insurance, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Personal lived experience as a parent of a child who has received community/mental health services.
• Reliable transportation and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to visually assess safety within family homes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with families to provide support.
• Facilitate services for families in recovery.
• Empower families based on personal experiences.

Skills

Culturally competent service delivery skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Assessment of safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you tired of working a 9‑5 schedule? Do you need flexibility? WE ARE GROWING!
Join us as a Peer Counselor (Parent Partner) to support youth and families in the community.

Position

Peer Counselor (Parent Partner)

Locations

Burien, WA – serving South Seattle Latino/Latinx communities
Tukwila, WA – serving South King County communities.
The role will be based at the Tukwila site; relocation assistance is provided.

What We Offer

• Starting Pay Range: $25.18 – $27.07 per hour
• First Responder Pay: $75.00 per pay period (twice per month)
• Bi‑lingual fluency (Spanish & English) stipend: $100 – $200 per pay period (twice per month)
• Additional pay based on performance

Benefits

• 12 paid holidays and 1 personal holiday per year
• 3 weeks vacation per year
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Life Insurance (1× annual salary)
• Retirement plans: 403‑B Employee Savings Plan and Employer Contribution Pension

Responsibilities

Peer Counselors (Parent Partners) collaborate with families and the clinical team to provide support, facilitate services, and help families navigate the recovery journey. You will use your personal experience as a parent to empower families, assess safety in homes and community settings, and build confidence in their ability to team on a recovery journey. The position requires scheduling flexibility and will be based out of the Tukwila/Burien site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Age 21 or older.
• Personal lived experience as a parent of a child who has received community/mental health services within the past ten years.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to visually assess safety within family homes and the community.
• Availability to flex some work hours.
• Preference for a flexible schedule rather than a traditional, fixed 8‑5, Monday‑through‑Friday, facility‑based position.
• Demonstrate culturally competent service delivery skills in multi‑cultural settings.
• Must pass required background clearances prior to an offer.
• Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services.

Additional Information

If you are passionate about providing strength‑based mental health services for children, youth and families, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, click “Apply” to upload your resume and answer a few questions.
If you are not on our Careers page, copy and paste the following link: https://fbh-ccsww.icims.com/jobs/intro?hashed=-435738801 to view and apply for this opportunity.
For additional questions, contact Karla Lacktorin, Regional Clinical Recruiter, at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice. Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.