Peer Provider, Mobile (Project Shelter)

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

Peer Provider, Mobile (Project Shelter) Job Overview

Location/Schedule: This position is based out of the Kerns Building located in NE Portland, OR, but work is conducted primarily in the community. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m to 6:30 p.m.

Position: Mobile Peer Provider Program: Project Respond Cascadia's Mission and Vision: Mission: Cascadia Health delivers whole health care - integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing - to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve. Vision: We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well-being, and has a self-directed, connected life.

Position Description

The Mobile Peer Provider offers mobile, trauma-informed, and strength-based services to individuals or families experiencing challenges related to mental health or developmental needs. This position works in coordination with clinicians in their assigned area of support. The Mobile Peer Provider models wellness and recovery while offering acceptance, hope, options, opportunities, problem solving, non-directive and supportive peer services based on respect and mutuality through similar or shared lived experiences to individuals they are responding to. The employee works collaboratively with mental health and physical health care providers, police agencies, emergency departments, school personnel, and other social service agencies to assure the best possible treatment for clients, while supporting a Trauma Informed Care environment.

Essential Responsibilities

This position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary. Perform other duties as assigned.

• 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.

Regulatory & Compliance

Comply with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures under which the program and company operates. Assist in crisis situations as appropriate; follow protocols and procedures in coordination with the treatment team. Respect and honor client rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation that ensures compliance with all agency policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations, and billing requirements. Understand safety regulations and evacuation procedures; participate in regular safety drills in compliance with program policies and procedures. Complete assigned employee training in compliance with program and company requirements. Provide guidance, support, and training to other staff in alignment with company mission and values. Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and company meetings.

Qualifications Education

• Peer Support Specialist (PSS): Completion of Peer Support training approved by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) in Mental Health.
• Peer Wellness Specialist (PWS): Completion of Peer Wellness training approved by the OHA in Mental Health.
• Traditional Healthcare Worker (THW) certification required.

Experience

• Must self-disclose as a current or former recipient of behavioral health services, with personal recovery experience.
• Experience working with adults experiencing severe mental health challenges and with diverse communities is preferred.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge

• Effective communication and active listening skills.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work proactively and effectively in a team and independently.

Other

• Possess a valid driver’s license, minimum of one year driving history, ability to pass Driver Motor Vehicle (DMV) check and complete the Cascadia online Defensive Driving course... OR Must have the ability to travel to multiple locations throughout the Portland Metro area.
• All client-facing positions must have the ability to perform Basic Life Support (BLS) and properly use AED equipment. BLS certification training will be provided within the first 60 days of hire. Certification must remain current.

Working Conditions Environmental

Work is performed in one or more of the following: clinical office, acute care settings and community setting including client residences, correctional facilities, shelters, hospitals, public places and other social service sites. Meal periods and breaks are subject to interruption. Universal Precautions and remaining alert to the environment are critical to address the potential for violent behavior, exposure to disease, biohazards, noise, and contaminants.

Mental Demands

The work assigned is diverse and involves addressing new and unusual circumstances. The work regularly involves a degree of unpredictability and disruption of planned tasks requiring a flexible time management approach. In addition, this position requires exercising sound judgment.

Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 503.963.7654. This position is represented by a labor union. Employees are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all licenses, certifications, registrations, and other credentials required for their position. Required credentials must remain active and in good standing as a condition of employment. Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with any applicable credentialing requirements, including associated fees and renewal or maintenance obligations, prior to applying.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off Package - Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
• Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following hire date)
• VSP Vision Discount Plan
• 403(b) Retirement Plan - Eligible after 60 days with immediate 100% vesting and a 1-to-1 company match up to 3% per pay period, plus the opportunity for an additional discretionary contribution (up to 5%) at the end of the fiscal year.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
• Length of Service Award
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Student loan forgiveness options
• Wellness Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bike to Work Reimbursement

Starting Rate Range in USD ($) $26.45 - $27.65

Cascadia Health is Oregon’s largest community-based behavioral health and substance use treatment services organization. As both a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC) and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Cascadia provides integrated mental health, substance use treatment, primary care, housing support, crisis intervention, peers wellness, skills training, and more to individuals and families. Our clients can find the care they need through one team and often in one location, regardless of their ability to pay.