Peer Support Specialist -WISe Program (Teen Peer)

Company: Frontier Behavioral Health
Location: Spokane
Posted on: October 17, 2020

Job Description:

Sign-on Bonus Eligible with Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Summary: Peer Support Specialists promote community integration, resiliency and quality of life objectives with clients and/or family members. When appropriate and helpful to the client, Peer Support Specialists share relevant personal experiences that foster hope, resiliency and decrease stigmatization of mental illness. Peer Support Services are provided to individuals and families of all ages. These services may be provided on an individual or group basis. At Frontier Behavioral Health (FBH) we believe each individual employee has a special and valuable role in helping our clients reach their greatest potential. If you are looking for meaningful work in an established, supportive environment we encourage you to apply. FBH values work-life balance and offers a robust paid time off plan. Frontier Behavioral Health has had a presence in Spokane for more than 100 years, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us Requirement: ?The Peer Support Specialist position requires the individual have lived experience with mental illness and self-identifies as a current or former recipient of mental health services. ?High School diploma or equivalent Preferred: ?One-year experience working as a Certified Peer Counselor in Washington State or other state equivalent; or two years' experience working in a community behavioral health setting. ?There is no education requirement to attain certification as a Peer Counselor; however, rate of pay will be based on the Peer Support Specialists' education level as follows: Level 1 No secondary education degree Level 2 Associate degree: or three years of experience as a Certified Peer Counselor; or bachelor?s or master?s degree in unrelated field in lieu of AA degree. Level 3 Bachelor's degree in behavioral health related field Level Sr. Master's degree or higher in behavioral health related field

Keywords: Frontier Behavioral Health, Spokane , Peer Support Specialist -WISe Program (Teen Peer), Other , Spokane, Washington