Residential Peer Support Specialist - 5783

ColumbiaCare Services, Inc.; Brookings (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Flexible Spending Account

Generous Paid Time Off

100% Vested Retirement Plan w/ up to 6

Holiday Pay (9)

Paid Personal Growth Hours

Paid Time Off for Mental Health

Company Paid Life Insurance

Spontaneous & Longevity Bonuses

Loan Forgiveness Program Eligibility

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) &amp

Tobacco Cessation Program

Job summary

ColumbiaCare Services, Inc. in Brookings, OR is seeking a part‑time Residential Peer Support Specialist to welcome new residents and support their goals in the Bell Cove RTH program.

The role emphasizes compassionate one‑to‑one conversations, trust-building, and guiding residents toward self-determined recovery goals. You will also help coordinate peer groups and connect individuals with community supports.

Qualifications

• Personal experience with mental health challenges.
• Certified and registered as a Peer Support Specialist or Peer Wellness Specialist through the Oregon Health Authority.
• Must have valid driver’s license and ability to pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Meet each new resident at admission and provide compassionate support.
• Engage in one-to-one conversations to build trust and guide residents in articulating self-determined goals.
• Facilitate and coordinate peer groups for recovery discussions and connect residents with community supports.
• Provide crisis de-escalation training and safety procedures.

Skills

Peer Support Specialist

Peer Wellness Specialist

Driver's license

Crisis de-escalation training

Education

PSS or PWS certification

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Part Time Regular Part-Time Brookings, OR, US 1 Attachments

4 days ago Requisition ID: 5783

Salary Range: $23.69 To $25.14 Hourly

What We Offer

Enjoy our many benefits and incentives including:

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Whole Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Professional development and training opportunities
• 100% Vested Retirement Plan w/ up to 6% Match
• Holiday Pay (9)
• Paid Personal Growth Hours
• Paid Time Off for Mental Health
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Spontaneous & Longevity Bonuses
• Loan Forgiveness Program Eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Tobacco Cessation Program

About the Position

We are looking for a Residential Peer Support Specialist to join our team at our Bell Cove RTH program in Brookings, Oregon! They will meet each new resident at admission to the program and support the individual in feeling welcome, answer their questions, provide compassionate support, and guide them in articulating any self‑determined goals they may want to work on while at the residential treatment facility. The position will engage in one‑to‑one conversations with residents to build trust, utilize strategic self‑disclosure to build connection and normalize mental health challenges, and support individuals in connecting with community peer support systems. This position will facilitate and coordinate peer groups where residents can discuss their unique recovery stories and challenges. In addition, the Residential Support Specialist will receive crisis de‑escalation training, which requires performing various physical, hands‑on maneuvers and techniques. If you have experience working as a Peer Support Specialist or facilitating recovery‑oriented conversations or groups, then this position may be a great fit for you!

This position falls under the AFSCME bargaining unit. Wages, benefits, and working conditions are set in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 1:00pm - 5:00pm (Part Time, Day)

What You’ll Make

$23.69- $25.14 per hour DOE/Credentials.

Differentials

In addition to your base wage, CCS offers the following pay differentials, subject to position, program, and eligibility requirements:

• Night Shift (NOC) Differential :Anadditional $3.00 per hour for hours worked between 10:00 PM and 8:30 AM , provided that at least 2.5 hours of your shift occur within this designated period.
• Secure Program Differential : An additional $2.00 per hour for all hours worked in an eligible CCS secure program.
• Bilingual Differential : Anadditional 5% pay differential for employees who meet the qualifications of the CCS Language/Bilingual Program.

About the Program

Bell Cove is a co‑ed, 5‑bed Residential Treatment Home serving adults living with a mental illness. Each resident enjoys their own private, ADA‑accessible bedroom with half‑bath. The program offers a lovely open living design and common areas, including a private library/activity room and beautiful patio and backyard.

ColumbiaCare Services is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

What You’ll Need

• Have personal experience with mental health challenges
• Be Certified and Registered as a Peer Support Specialist (PSS) or Peer Wellness Specialist (PWS)through the Oregon Health Authority (OHA).

Driving is an essential function of this position. Successful applicants must provide a valid driver’s license from their state of residence or obtain and submit one within 30 days of hire, maintain a safe driving record, and have the ability to pass a DHS criminal background check.

Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to frequently talk, listen, use hands and fingers, reach, stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, climb stairs, as well as lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds. It may require the ability to occasionally use ladders, squat/kneel, and perform other physical tasks as applicable. In addition, you must successfully complete crisis de‑escalation and CPR trainings, which require performing various physical, hands‑on maneuvers and techniques and may require an individual to lift and transfer clients.

We recognize that expertise can arise from diverse experiences. If you're passionate about our mission but unsure about meeting all qualifications, we encourage you to apply. For any questions about eligibility or the application process, please contact our HR department.

Per OAR 309-035-0135, Direct Care staff must be 18 or older at the time of hire.

About Us

ColumbiaCare Services is a non‑profit, behavioral health and Veteran’s service agency offering a full spectrum of programming to help peopleget better. We are more than a company. We are a diverse team of individuals who are in the business of changing people's lives. We specialize in providing outpatient services, residential treatment programs, mental health housing, and other supports in beautiful and therapeutic service settings. We promote the whole health and wellbeing of the individuals and communities we serve. We value and honor the culture in our communities in all forms, including but not limited to race, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, nationality, spirituality, Veterans, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We welcome persons from historically underrepresented groups to apply. We seek applicants who can demonstrate experience working with individuals from different backgrounds and who will contribute to our mission, vision, and core values.

We invite individuals from all walks of life to apply. We strive to deliver equitable employment best practices and opportunities for all, from recruitment, to interviewing and hiring, to our retention activities, promotions, and training and growth opportunities. We give priority to applicants who qualify under protected Veteran status and people with disabilities.