Peer Support - Center

Pier 360; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation-time: 3 weeks

10 paid holidays

12 sick days

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401k with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Pier 360 in Vancouver, WA seeks Peers to provide center-based support in a recovery-focused program. You will offer peer support services, advocate for peers, and assist with information and guidance to support self-directed recovery and wellness.

Ideal candidates are in recovery, demonstrate initiative, and work well both independently and with others. Compensation includes a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• We are looking for people who are positive, take initiative, have demonstrated the ability to work independently and well with others.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support services aligned with Pier 360 Core Values and peer-worker competencies; act as an advocate and support peers in recovery.

Skills

Positive attitude

Initiative

Independence

Teamwork

Recovery experience

Job description

What is a Pier 360?

Pier 360 (formally CVAB) is a peer-run organization encouraging self-determination and self-sufficiency for people in mental health and substance use recovery. The heart of our agency is peerto-peer support because we are people in recovery wanting to support others on their life's journey. Pier 360 is driven by our Core Values including Respect, Innovation, Courage, Responsibility, Welcoming, Curiosity, Empowerment, Genuineness, and Justice.

The Opportunity

Pier 360 is seeking Peers to provide center-based support in Vancouver, WA. Pier 360 offers a fantastic opportunity for a person in recovery to give back to your community. All CVAB's programs employ people living in mental health and/or substance use recovery. As a Peer Support, you will provide peer support services, serve as an advocate, and provide information and support for peers in a variety of ways. The Peer Support staff performs a wide range of tasks to support people living and directing their own recovery, healing, and wellness process.

The Responsibilities

Provide quality peer support services in alignment with Pier 360 Core Values and Core Competencies for Peer Workers in Behavioral Health Services (SAMHSA). Please refer to the complete position description for more details (available online).

The Qualifications

We are looking for people who are positive, take initiative, have demonstrated the ability to work independently and well with others, are in mental health or substance use recovery, and are great at being with others seeking something better or different in life.

The Bennies

$18 - 23 per hour depending on experience and other considerations related to the position.

Comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 3 weeks of paid vacation (with incremental increases based on years of employment), 10 paid holidays, and 12 sick days per year.
• Employee Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with 100% of the premium paid by CVAB.
• 401k with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program, and more!