Recovery Advocate & Certified Peer Specialist

Pioneer Human Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Flexible spending

Dental

Vision

Life

AD&D

Disability

Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Employee recognition programs

Public transportation discount

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Pioneer Human Services in Seattle, WA, seeks a Certified Peer Specialist to advocate for clients, promote recovery, and support behavioral health services under supervision. You will use your lived experience to encourage responsibility for recovery and collaborate with clinical and residential staff.

Responsibilities include helping clients access community services, supporting recovery activities, and maintaining professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Proof of Certified Peer Counselor Certification.
• Be 18 or older and in recovery for at least one year.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients to obtain community services including healthcare, housing, and employment.
• Support clients' recovery activities and provide hope and encouragement.
• Advocate for client needs and model professional peer conduct.
• Assist with intake/discharge tasks and basic client support activities.
• Maintain compliance with regulations and prepare professional documentation.

Skills

Peer support

Advocacy

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Peer Counselor Certification

Job description

Pioneer Human Services in Seattle, WA, seeks a Certified Peer Specialist to advocate for clients, promote recovery, and support behavioral health services under supervision. You will use your lived experience to encourage responsibility for recovery and collaborate with clinical and residential staff.

Responsibilities include helping clients access community services, supporting recovery activities, and maintaining professional boundaries.