Peer Support Specialist/Treatment Aide GRAVEYARD

Rimrock Trails Treatment Services; Prineville (OR); On-site; USD 31,684 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32-hour work week

Paid Training and professional certfic

Professional development assistance

Meals provided while on shift

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

11 annual paid holidays including your

Vacation - PTO accrual

Paid wellness days

Job summary

Rimrock Trails Treatment Services in Prineville, Oregon is seeking a Peer Support Specialist (Treatment Aide) to support teens in a residential program. You will provide individualized guidance, use motivational interviewing, and help develop and implement treatment plans.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will supervise daily routines, participate in activities, and contribute to a caring, recovery-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Possess personal and professional integrity.
• Responsible, dependable, ethical.
• Calm demeanor and the ability to address conflict and challenging behavior with compassion and kindness.
• Strong desire for helping young people change their lives, find hope, and build health through holistic wellness and recovery from addiction.
• Enjoys the challenge and finds gratification in working with and helping teens with challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support and guidance to our clients
• Utilize evidence-based practices, such as motivational interviewing
• Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans
• Supervise daily activities and routines
• Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Empathy

Diversity sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Peer Support Specialist (Treatment Aide)

Job Type

Full-time - GRAVEYARD

Job Summary

Join our team of helping professionals as a Peer Support Specialist (PSS)/Treatment Aide (TA), supporting the recovery and growth of teens in our residential treatment program. As a Treatment Aide, you'll work closely with our team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, using evidence-based practices such as motivational interviewing. You'll also provide cognitive, behavioral, and emotional support to help our clients overcome substance use and mental health challenges.

About the Role

As a PSS/TA, you'll play a vital role in creating a supportive and caring environment for our clients. You'll participate in daily activities, supervise daily routines, and work closely with our multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for each client.

• Provide individualized support and guidance to our clients
• Utilize evidence-based practices, such as motivational interviewing
• Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans
• Supervise daily activities and routines
• Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Certification training to advance your skills and knowledge
• Emphasis on work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package

Requirements

• Heart and passion for helping teens who are struggling with substance use and mental health issues
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

About Us

Our organization is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to adolescents struggling with substance use and mental health challenges. We're committed to creating a positive work environment that promotes work-life balance, employee growth, and overall well-being.

Rimrock Trails was founded three decades ago with the mission to improve the lives of individuals, youth, and families struggling with mental health and substance use problems. We create a foundation for healing, strengthen family connections, and offer hope for a brighter future. Our vision is to demonstrate excellence in the delivery of outcome-driven behavioral health treatment. With multiple locations throughout Central Oregon, Rimrock Trails is one of the longest-serving specialty behavioral health providers in the region.

Location

This position is based in beautiful Prineville, Oregon.

The Perks

• 32-hour work week
• Paid Training and professional certification (Peer Support Specialist/Recovery Mentor)
• Professional development assistance
• Meals provided while on shift
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• 11 annual paid holidays including your birthday
• Vacation - PTO accrual
• Paid wellness days

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Possess personal and professional integrity.
• Responsible, dependable, ethical.
• Calm demeanor and the ability to address conflict and challenging behavior with compassion and kindness.
• Strong desire for helping young people change their lives, find hope, and build health through holistic wellness and recovery from addiction.
• Enjoys the challenge and finds gratification in working with and helping teens with challenging behaviors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Traditional Health Worker Certification (Recovery Mentor, Youth Support Specialist or Peer Support Specialist) or has the required qualifications to obtain certification (i.e. has personal or family experience in receiving addiction or mental health services and are in recovery).
• Preferred bachelor's degree in social services or related fields.

Job Type

Full-time GRAVEYARD

Work Location

In person

Hourly Wage

$27.50