Peer Support Counselor, Wellness & Recovery Center - (Longview, WA)

COLUMBIA WELLNESS; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

Long-term disability

Retirement plan (5% of gross)

Holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Columbia Wellness in Longview, WA is seeking a Peer Support Counselor for the Wellness and Recovery Center. You will provide peer support, advocate for clients, and share recovery-focused information under supervision of the Program Director.

The role involves coordinating care with the MHP, leading groups when capable, assisting with admissions/discharges, and ensuring comprehensive documentation. Join a team committed to quality mental health services.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certification Peer Counselor must be maintained.
• Registration in Washington State is required (upon hire).
• Must have a valid Oregon or Washington driver's license and must clear a multi-state background check.
• Agency Affiliated Registration in Washington State is required, licensure preferred.
• State of Washington mental health specialty in child, disability, and/or older adult populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions to individuals according to the individual service plan and communicate with the MHP as required.
• Work with the team to report progress toward treatment goals.
• Assist in 24-hour program coverage and provide flexibility for shifts when needed.
• Link individuals to community resources and supports (education, vocational, social, spiritual, recreational).
• Coordinate with primary and specialty care providers to support physical well-being.
• Model coping strategies and assist patients in using recovery/self-management skills.
• Share lived experience when appropriate to normalize patient experiences.
• Help patients articulate personal goals and plan steps to recovery and wellness.
• Assist with admission/discharge paperwork and collateral meetings as needed.
• Lead or assist in group sessions based on proficiency; engage patients in therapy.
• Complete documentation and utilize EMR and other tools as required.

Education

Certification Peer Counselor

Washington State registration

Driver's license (OR/WA)

Agency Affiliated Registration in WA

WA state mental health specialty (child/disability/older adult)

Job description

Peer Support Counselor, Wellness & Recovery Center - (Longview, WA)

Job Category: Counseling

Requisition Number: PEERS001170

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Longview, WA 98632, USA

Description

Why Work For Us?

Columbia Wellness is proud to be a company of real people committed to quality. We are focused on building a better future in mental health and behavioral healthcare. We have established a strong referral base in the community and we are invested in our clinical growth. We offer generous training opportunities, free supervision, and a large spectrum of programs in which you can work. Columbia Wellness is located in-between two major cities, Seattle and Portland. By working with us you get the best of both small town and big city life. You're close to the beach, the mountains, the quiet and the city life. If you're looking for a place to call home and build a career, join our team at Columbia Wellness. If you want to make a difference that matters then we want to hear from you. Together we can do more.

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the MH Peer Counselor provides peer support services; serves as a consumer advocate; provides consumer information and peer support for clients in the Wellness and Recovery Center. The MH Peer Counselor will model competency in recovery and wellness.

Summary of the Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Peer Counselor will:

• Provide therapeutic interventions to individuals according to the individual service plan developed by the MHP - Ongoing & timely communication with MHP required
• Communicate effectively with team members; recognize and report progress patients make towards meeting treatment goals
• WRC is a 24-hour program; willingness to be a team player and flexibility to assist with coverage needs is essential
• Link individuals to other professional community resources, natural supports, including educational, vocational, social, spiritual, and recreational resources
• Promote physical well-being and provide coordination with primary and specialty care providers
• Support skill acquisition to enhance self-sufficiency; model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies to assist patients to use skills to self-regulate
• When clinically appropriate, share lived experience to normalize and validate patients’ experience
• Support patients in articulating personal goals and the objectives necessary to reach their recovery and wellness goals
• Assist patients with identifying strengths, setting objectives and in identifying barriers to treatment
• Provide skills training, including illness management, socialization, time management, parenting skills, independent living, budgeting, and other skills necessary to enhance self-sufficiency
• Transport patients to behavioral health appointments
• Train individuals on the principles of Illness Management and Recovery (IMR)
• Be competent in Columbia Wellness programs in order to complete internal referrals
• Engage daily with admitted patients in a variety of therapeutic tasks
• Assist in the facilitation of groups or lead them independently based on demonstrated proficiency of skill
• Assist with admission and discharge paperwork as needed
• Attend collateral meetings with or on behalf of other clinical staff when requested
• Multidisciplinary teaming
• Identify patient needs and report them to the appropriate CW staff member
• Demonstrate skill in working with challenging and vulnerable populations, including those with mental illness
• Complete all documentation, reporting, and other paperwork according to agency standards.
• Effectively use technology and software including but not limited to: computers, phones, email, EMR, etc.
• Be helpful, respectful, approachable and team-oriented
• Manage time effectively, including but not limited to: planning ahead where possible and being punctual in person and with work performed
• Work efficiently both independently and as part of a team
• Build strong working relationships and a positive work environment
• Be receptive to feedback, willing to learn, and willing to embrace continuous improvement
• Attend all appropriate staff, organizational, educational and external meetings as assigned
• Assist with cleaning and cooking duties as needed. Food handlers license is required
• Assist in other programs when assigned by supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Received and must maintain Certification Peer Counselor.
• Registration in Washington State is required (upon hire).
• Must have a valid Oregon or Washington driver's license and must clear a multi-state criminal background check. Hiring shall be contingent on a clean driving record per driving abstract submitted by employee.
• Agency Affiliated Registration in Washington State is required, licensure preferred.
• State of Washington mental health specialty in child, disability (developmental disability/serious physical handicap or sensory impairment), and/or older adult populations preferred.

This position is part of a union. (OPEIU Local 11)

We offer all permanent full-time employees:

• Medical and Dental.
• Long term disability and life insurance paid for by the employer.
• 5% of gross pay put into a retirement plan by the employer. Immediately vested, no match requirement.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• 26 days of paid time off per year.

Columbia Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Columbia Wellness is a private nonprofit organization that has been serving the community for over 70 years!

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