Recovery-Oriented Peer Support Specialist

COWLITZ INDIAN TRIBE; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is seeking a Peer Support Specialist in Longview, WA to assist clients in recovery within a structured behavioral health program. You will draw on lived experience to inspire hope, advocate for resources, and support goal-directed recovery in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities include facilitating recovery sessions, helping with wellness plans, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team while maintaining HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Active Washington State Certified Peer Support Specialist certification.
• Self-identify as a person with lived experience with mental health or substance use services.
• One year of recovery coaching experience.
• Must be 18 years or older and able to obtain required credentials.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support in outpatient behavioral health services.
• Help clients develop recovery goals and wellness plans.
• Connect clients with resources and advocate for access to services.
• Maintain documentation and protect client confidentiality per HIPAA.

Skills

Lived experience

Recovery coaching

Communication skills

HIPAA awareness

Education

WA Certified Peer Support Specialist

Agency Affiliated Counselor credential

Job description

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is seeking a Peer Support Specialist in Longview, WA to assist clients in recovery within a structured behavioral health program. You will draw on lived experience to inspire hope, advocate for resources, and support goal-directed recovery in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities include facilitating recovery sessions, helping with wellness plans, and coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team while maintaining HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.