School-Based Peer Support Specialist - SB-WISe

excelsiorwellness; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelsior Wellness Center is seeking a Peer Support Specialist for the School-Based Wraparound with Intensive Services (SB-WISe) program. You will engage youth and families, provide recovery-guided support, and collaborate with the treatment team to deliver ongoing services within home and community settings.

The role supports Medicaid-eligible PK-12 students, requires a background check, and welcomes candidates with readiness to complete required Washington state certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Must complete Washington State HCA specialization to become a Certified Youth or Family Specialist; dual certification preferred.
• Minimum one year experience working/volunteering with youth.
• Must pass background check; 21 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; Washington license within 30 days if out-of-state license.

Responsibilities

• Participates as a member of the treatment team, providing outreach and support to enrolled youth and families.
• Uses personal recovery experience to guide youth and families in their own recovery.
• Participates in on-call rotation to ensure crisis services access 24/7 (phone or in-person).

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

HCA training to become Certified Youth/Family Specialist

Job description

Excelsior Wellness Center is seeking a Peer Support Specialist for the School-Based Wraparound with Intensive Services (SB-WISe) program. You will engage youth and families, provide recovery-guided support, and collaborate with the treatment team to deliver ongoing services within home and community settings.

The role supports Medicaid-eligible PK-12 students, requires a background check, and welcomes candidates with readiness to complete required Washington state certifications.