Peer Support Specialist - Addictions

Options For Southern Oregon; Ashland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Long-term disability

403(b) retirement plan with 6% match

Generous paid time off

11 paid holidays

Spanish language premium

Job summary

Options for Southern Oregon is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to provide peer support services in the alcohol and drug dependencies recovery program. You will use Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) and participate in on-the-job training and supervision.

The role supports clients, partners, and the community in reaching recovery goals. The position involves working both in the office and in community settings, with typical hours Monday–Friday and emphasis on individualized recovery support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; understanding of population served.
• Self-identify as an individual in recovery from a substance use disorder.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with clients with addictions.
• Interest and ability to become certified as a Peer Support Specialist - Adult Mental Health.
• Proficiency with Word and MS Office; able to use email and electronic records.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a peer role model and advocate; provide information and peer support in outpatient settings.
• Work in office and in the community to assist peers in regaining independence and recovery mastery.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.
• Generous paid time off policy. (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual). Plus, 11 paid holidays annually.
• Bilingual skills a plus; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.

Overview

The Peer Support Specialist is an active member of the team and provides peer support services to individuals in the alcohol and drug dependencies recovery program. This position provides a wide range of clinical and administrative services to community partners, Options’ clients, and people seeking services.Utilizes Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) in delivery of client services. Options provides on the job training and supervision for FIT.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm

Responsibilities

Functions as a role model to peers; exhibiting competency in personal recovery and use of coping skills; serve as an advocate, providing information and peer support for individuals in outpatient setting. The Peer Support Specialist performs a wide range of tasks to assist peers of all ages, from adolescents through adults, in regaining independence within the community and mastery over their own recovery process.

This position works both in the office and in the community.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and a general understanding of the population served. Some post-secondary coursework preferred.

Self-identify as an individual in recovery from a substance use disorder who meets the abstinence requirements for recovering staff in substance use disorders treatment and recovery programs

Knowledge and skills sufficient for establishing effective relationships with clients who have addictions in order to support them in their own recovery.

Must have interest and ability to become certified as a Peer Support Specialist- Adult Mental Health.

Attend required trainings for certification when available.

Certification prior to hire preferred.

Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.

Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to be approved for driving rights. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.

Possess mature attitude and sensitivity to the needs of people who have a chronic mental illness; understanding of HIPAA laws regarding confidentiality of privileged information; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; ability to work independently and with staff as agency needs dictate.

Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.