Certified Peer Support Specialist - North Seattle at We Care Daily Clinics

<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Peer Counselor, We Care Daily Clinics</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Location: North Seattle&nbsp;</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">13555 Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, WA&nbsp; 98133</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Salary Range: </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">$28.00 Hourly </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Shift: 7-3:30pm or 8-4:30pm M-F</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Join Our Mission!</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="none">We Care Daily Clinics (WCDC), North Seattle, located at 13555 Aurora Ave N. Seattle, WA 98133, is a new clinic that is modelled on our Auburn location. Working at We Care Daily Clinics is rewarding, yet challenging work as you help support our members during some of their most challenging and vulnerable times. </span><span data-contrast="auto">WCDC seeks to renew hope and purpose for those battling opioid use by removing barriers, providing a holistic approach to recovery, and utilizing evidence-based treatment to restore healthy living. Our top priority is to provide the highest levels of patient-centered care to those we serve.   </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">WCDC is an Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) facility using FDA approved medication paired with behavioral health counseling. Our individual service plans are built around patients in a supportive, safe environment to create a personalized pathway to recovery. In addition to recovery, we also offer planned patient transportation and family and social support. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Position Summary:</span></strong></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Certified Peer&nbsp;Support&nbsp;Specialists (CPSS) are individuals with&nbsp;lived&nbsp;experience in behavioral health recovery who are certified by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) to provide peer support services.&nbsp;CPSSs use their lived experience to support others in finding their own path to wellness and recovery. They provide non-clinical, person-centered support in alignment with DOH guidelines, emphasizing mutuality, empowerment, and recovery-oriented systems of care.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Duties &amp; Responsibilities (per DOH guidance):</span> </strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Build recovery-oriented relationships using mutual respect, trust, and lived experience</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support members in articulating personal goals for recovery and wellness</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Provide trauma-informed, culturally relevant, and non-judgmental peer support</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Facilitate or co-facilitate recovery groups, education sessions, or engagement activities</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Offer harm-reduction resources, information, and linkage to services</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Document services provided in a timely, accurate, and ethical manner</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Maintain peer role boundaries and uphold the DOH Code of Ethics for Certified Peer Counselors</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and represent the voice of lived experience</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Advocate for the member internally and externally </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Minimum Qualifications:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">WA State Certified Peer Support Specialist (Trainee) credential (required)</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">CPC Certification</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Self-identified as a person in recovery from a mental health and/or substance use condition and/or have a family member who has experienced mental health and/or substance use condition</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Commitment to recovery values including self-determination, peer support, and empowerment</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Effective verbal and written communication skills</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to work collaboratively and model professional boundaries</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Preferred Qualifications:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience working in clinic, outreach, housing, or group settings</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with harm reduction and trauma-informed care principles</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Working as a peer support specialist 1000 hours&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}">&nbsp;</span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We Care Daily Clinics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need—without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Tribal Preference Statement</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:281,&quot;335559739&quot;:281}">&nbsp;</span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We Care Daily Clinics is proud to support and honor Tribal sovereignty and self-determination. American Indian and Alaska Native applicants will be given preference in hiring,&nbsp;in accordance with&nbsp;applicable Tribal and federal laws.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>