Peer Recovery & Outreach Coordinator

Lourdes Health; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 23,598 - 26,298; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Well-being programs

Job summary

Trios Health is seeking a dedicated professional to provide peer support for individuals with substance use disorders and help coordinate services for those experiencing an overdose crisis in the emergency department.

Role includes outreach to homeless individuals with opioid addiction, connecting clients with health insurance and SUD treatment, and collaborating with community providers while pursuing housing assistance. This position emphasizes recovery and community integration.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, or combination of education and experience required for the job.
• Experience: 1+ years; Self-identify as a recipient or survivor of mental health services, well-grounded in recovery for at least one (1) year.
• Certifications: BCLS upon completion of hospital orientation; Certified Washington State Peer Counselor within 12 months of employment in position.
• Licenses: Must apply for a Washington State Agency Affiliate Counselor Registration within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support to individuals with substance use and/or substance use disorders.
• Coordinate and expand services for individuals who are opioid addicted and experiencing an overdose crisis while presenting at the emergency department.
• Provide street outreach to individuals that are homeless, with special emphasis on those that have an opioid addiction.
• Connect clients with health insurance.
• Connect clients with SUD treatment.
• Collaborate with community providers by attending meetings and networking opportunities.
• Assist clients with housing and housing services.

Skills

Peer support

Recovery-focused care

Community outreach

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Trios Health is seeking a dedicated professional to provide peer support for individuals with substance use disorders and help coordinate services for those experiencing an overdose crisis in the emergency department.

Role includes outreach to homeless individuals with opioid addiction, connecting clients with health insurance and SUD treatment, and collaborating with community providers while pursuing housing assistance. This position emphasizes recovery and community integration.