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Title:                                         Peer Services Specialist - Supportive Housing

Part/Full Time:                         Full Time (starting schedule of Sunday – Thursday 10:30AM - 7:00 PM and 12:30 PM - 9:00PM)

Hourly/Salary:                           Hourly

Starting Pay Scale:                   $22.97- $25.16 per hour DOE

Reports to:                                Program Manager

Supervisory role:                       Yes


Candidates who identify with one or more of the following are STRONGLY encouraged to apply:

  • Individuals with lived experience in mental health and/or substance abuse

  • BIPOC identified individuals.

  • LGBTQIA+ identified individuals.

  • Veterans

  • Lived experience being unhoused

​

Purpose/Vision/Mission
Peer Washington's purpose is to provide peer emotional support and development services to:
 

  • Washington state residents impacted by temporary or chronic addiction, mental health and/or HIV/AIDS, or other sexually transmitted diseases.

  • Target disparately impacted communities through site expansion operated as a dba of Peer Washington named for location and guided by a charter identifying the target community served.

  • Maintain safe space for members identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming, or other sexual minorities at all our locations regardless of the target community.

  • Services shall be open to any person impacted by addiction, mental health, or HIV/AIDS; however, outreach for each site will be directed toward the community identified in the site charter.

  • Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences.

​

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.

 

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.

​

General Summary

Peer emotional support is the foundation of the services provided by Peer Kent. The ability to discuss struggles and successes related to experiences shared by another individual promotes healing and compliments traditionally accepted professional services in the healthcare system. The role of the Peer Services Specialist is to work with individuals who are struggling with issues related to mental health and/or addiction challenges. The Peer Services Specialist will be an accountability partner to help members plan, evaluate, and maintain their recovery journey by engaging in a positive, supportive relationship. The Peer Services Specialist is also responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust, and a positive outlook and optimizing member connection with a broad range of community-based services and natural supports.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work directly with the Program Manager to establish guidelines, best practices, client tracking, and expectations in the development and application of this position.

  • Work with members early in recovery from or struggling with mental health and/or addiction challenges to provide support and referral services.

  • Provide intake services and case management for service contracts.

  • Maintain weekly contact with assigned clients.

  • Submit data and other reporting in a timely fashion.

  • Develop relationships with community partners.

  • Respond to all phone calls and emails within 1 business day.

  • Act as a representative on behalf of Peer Kent as needed with regards to community collaborations and events as assigned by the Program Manager.  This includes reporting back to the Program Manager with updates and for direction on how to proceed with our involvement.

  • Maintain clear communication with staff and volunteers.  This includes keeping the Program Manager updated on weekly schedules and copied on all important communication.

  • Attend on-going training programs offered to enhance effectiveness of role.

  • See addendum for additional responsibilities.

​​

Required Qualifications

  • Must identify as someone in recovery from mental health and/or addiction challenges and in remission for a period of at least one year.

  • Must be trained and certified as a peer recovery coach through Peer Washington, its affiliates, CCAR, or equivalent training model, or be willing to do so within six months of hire.

  • Must have great organizational, documenting, communication, and service development skills.

  • Ability to be an active listener by asking questions and reflecting on what is being said.

  • Proficient level of ability with computer software: Microsoft Office Products.

  • Ability to work both independently and under supervision.

  • Ability to maintain healthy boundaries with peers.

  • Ability to manage time effectively.

​

Additional Qualifications

  • Previous experience working as a Certified Peer Counselor (CPC) or Peer Recovery Coach.

  • Experience working in Supportive Housing Programs.

  • Knowledge of Permanent Supportive Housing and/or Foundational Community Support services.

​

Addendum Foundational Community Supports (FCS) Supportive Housing

  • Experience in supportive housing services.

  • Established connections with South King County Housing programs.

  • Ability to train and coach peer staff and volunteers on housing and employment resources.

  • Ability to provide the Peer Kent community education on FCS benefits and housing sustainability service components.

  • Maintain referral intake data collection and assures timely follow-up.

  • Skill to provide supportive housing services as needed, including, but not limited to: housing assessments, identifying housing stabilization resources, lease rights and responsibilities, independent living skills development, landlord relations, and crisis management.

  • Ability to develop expertise in the supportive housing arena by working with the Peer Kent community care providers, service partners, and other resources regarding affordable housing.

  • Maintain accurate records on provided services for verifiable peer FCS service billing.

  • Must be able to do outreach throughout King County, including transportation necessary to provide supportive housing services.

  • Knowledge of Housing First principles, tenant rights, and related resources.

​

Additional Compensation

  • Bonus potential

  • Paid Vacation Time – 3 weeks per year, accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hour per hour worked, 120-hour maximum annual carryover.

  • Paid Sick Time accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked equivalent to three weeks per year at 40 hours per week.

  • One Personal Day for the remainder of 2024. Three personal days per calendar year thereafter.

  • 13 paid holidays per calendar year.

  • Business cell phone and service will be provided.

  • Monthly parking pass or travel stipend

  • Corporate credit card

  • Medical, Dental, Vision employee premiums covered by employer at 100% for employee.

  • WA Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Workers compensation.

  • $100,000 Life and AD&D, Long Term Disability through Hartford, provided at no cost.

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employer Sponsored IRA with up to 3% employer match.

​

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume via Indeed HERE.

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Title:                                         Program Manager Branch Services

Part/Full Time:                         Full Time (Tuesday – Friday 11:30AM – 8 PM; Saturday 10:30AM – 7PM)

Hourly/Salary:                           Hourly

Starting Pay Scale:                   $29.26- $34.86 per hour DOE

Reports to:                                Program Manager

Supervisory role:                       Yes


Candidates who identify with one or more of the following are STRONGLY encouraged to apply:

  • Individuals with lived experience in mental health and/or substance abuse

  • BIPOC identified individuals.

  • LGBTQIA+ identified individuals.

  • Veterans

  • Lived experience being unhoused

​

Purpose/Vision/Mission
Peer Washington's purpose is to provide peer emotional support and development services to:
 

  • Washington state residents impacted by temporary or chronic addiction, mental health and/or HIV/AIDS, or other sexually transmitted diseases.

  • Target disparately impacted communities through site expansion operated as a dba of Peer Washington named for location and guided by a charter identifying the target community served.

  • Maintain safe space for members identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming, or other sexual minorities at all our locations regardless of the target community.

  • Services shall be open to any person impacted by addiction, mental health, or HIV/AIDS; however, outreach for each site will be directed toward the community identified in the site charter.

  • Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences.

​

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.

 

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.

​

General Summary

Peer emotional support is the foundation of the services provided by Peer Washington. The ability to discuss struggles and successes related to experiences shared by another individual promotes healing and compliments traditionally accepted professional services in the healthcare system. The Peer Services Specialist's role is to work with individuals who are struggling with issues related to mental health, addiction, and/or chronic illness. The Peer Services Specialist will be an accountability partner to help members plan, evaluate, and maintain their recovery journey by engaging in a positive supportive relationship. The Peer Services Specialist is also responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust and a positive outlook and optimizing client connection with a broad range of community-based services and natural supports. The role of a program manager is to train and support the Peer Services Specialists in executing their service and supporting overall operations.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Responsible for overseeing the Peers in Libraries Team.

  • Recruit, train, supervise and mentor Peer Services Specialists (PSS). Identify annual goals and ensure direct reports can meet those goals.

  • Build relationships with staff, members, and community stakeholders to provide services that best serve the needs of our members.

  • Problem solve issues and conflicts as they arise that are beyond the scope of the PSS role.

  • Actively address people and issues that conflict with Peer Washington policies or create an unsafe environment for people to come together. This includes mediation of personal conflicts among our members to full resolution and involving the Program Director when necessary.

  • Maintain open communication and effective working relationships with fellow staff members based on mutual respect, reasonable and timely expectations that promote a positive working environment.

  • Oversee/implement through your direct reports all training provided by Peer Washington specific to the services(s) assigned to you.

  • Respond to all phone calls and emails within 1 working day.

  • Work with your direct reports and other staff in the planning and coordination for all service specific events.

  • Function as a representative on behalf of Peer Washington as needed with regards to community collaborations and events as assigned by the Program Director. This includes reporting back to the Program Director with updates and for direction on how to proceed with our involvement.

  • Maintain clear communication with staff and volunteers. This includes keeping the Program Director updated on weekly schedules and copying all important communication.

  • Strive to meet or exceed all grant/contract deliverables as assigned including reporting.

  • Encourage members to get involved in volunteer positions, special events and fundraising events.

  • Submit reports and deliverables in a timely manner.

  • Respond as needed to referrals from community partners.

  • Attend service specific meetings routinely.

  • Provide support to any groups and group facilitators through supervised services.

  • Oversee the establishment and ongoing tracking of contract specific metrics.

  • Develop Standard Operating Procedures for services overseen.

  • Develop understanding of PSS roles supervised and provide ongoing learning support.

​​

Required Qualifications

  • Must identify as someone in recovery from substance use and/or mental health challenges and in remission for at least one year.

  • Must be trained and certified as a peer recovery coach and peer group facilitator through Peer Washington, CCAR, or equivalent training model, or within the first six months of employment.

  • Must have a Certified Peer Counselor (CPC) designation with WA state.

  • Ability to travel and visit sites to provide support and supervision.

  • Must have great organizational, documenting, communication, and program development skills.

  • Ability to be an active listener by asking questions and reflecting on what is being said.

  • Proficient level of ability with computer software: Microsoft Office Products.

  • Ability to work both independently and under supervision.

  • Ability to maintain and communicate healthy boundaries with peers.

  • Ability to manage time effectively.

  • Must have a valid Washington State driver’s license and proof of liability insurance.

​

Additional Qualifications

  • Previous experience working as a Certified Peer Counselor (CPC) or Peer Recovery Coach.

  • Established relationships with local community-based organizations.

  • Trauma-Informed Peer Support and Mental Health First Aid training preferred.

  • Knowledge of mandatory reporting standards

  • Knowledge of peer drift and how to combat this.

  • Knowledge of Medical Assisted Treatment, especially methadone

  • Experience supervising peers

  • Preference for lived experience with homelessness/housing insecurity.

  • Ability to travel up to 75% including visits to Libraries and other community locations as applicable.

  • Capacity to manage virtual platforms for peer coaching and support groups.

  • Continue to offer routine group facilitator trainings and opportunities as supported by the site

​

Additional Compensation

  • Starting Wage: $29.26 - $34.86 per hour DOE

  • Annual bonus potential

  • Paid Vacation Time – 3 weeks per year, accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked, 120-hour maximum annual carryover.

  • Paid Sick Time accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked equivalent to three weeks per year at 40 hours per week.

  • One Personal Day if hired before December 31, 2024, Three Personal Days per calendar year thereafter.

  • 13 paid holidays per calendar year.

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits for Employee paid at 100%, Dependents 0%

  • $100,000 Life and AD&D, Long Term Disability through Hartford, provided at no cost.

  • WA State Short Term Disability and Workers Compensation premiums paid by the employer.

  • Employer-Sponsored IRA with up to 3% employer match.

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Business cell phone and service will be provided.

  • Corporate Credit Card.

  • Monthly parking pass or travel stipend.

​

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume via Indeed HERE.

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Title:                                         Peer Services Specialist (PSS) - Pierce County Library Systems (PCLS) – Parkland

Part/Full Time:                          Full Time

Hourly/Salary:                           Hourly

Starting Pay Scale:                   $22.97- $25.16 per hour DOE

Reports to:                                Program Manager

Supervisory role:                       No


Candidates who identify with one or more of the following are STRONGLY encouraged to apply:

  • Lived experience with addiction and/or mental health challenges and in recovery for at least 1 year.

  • BIPOC identified individuals.

  • LGBTQIA+ identified individuals.

  • Veterans

​

Purpose/Vision/Mission
Peer Washington's purpose is to provide peer emotional support and development services to:
 

  • Washington state residents impacted by temporary or chronic addiction, mental health and/or HIV/AIDS, or other sexually transmitted diseases.

  • Target disparately impacted communities through site expansion operated as a dba of Peer Washington named for location and guided by a charter identifying the target community served.

  • Maintain safe space for members identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming, or other sexual minorities at all our locations regardless of the target community.

  • Services shall be open to any person impacted by addiction, mental health, or HIV/AIDS; however, outreach for each site will be directed toward the community identified in the site charter.

  • Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences.

​

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.

 

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.

​

General Summary

Peer emotional support is the foundation of the services provided by Peer Kent. The ability to discuss struggles and successes related to experiences shared by another individual promotes healing and compliments traditionally accepted professional services in the healthcare system. The role of the Peer Services Specialist is to work with individuals who are struggling with issues related to mental health and/or addiction challenges. The Peer Services Specialist will be an accountability partner to help members plan, evaluate, and maintain their recovery journey by engaging in a positive, supportive relationship. The Peer Services Specialist is also responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust, and a positive outlook and optimizing client connection with a broad range of community-based services and natural supports.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work directly with the Program Manager to establish guidelines, best practices, client tracking, and expectations in the development and application of this position.

  • Work with members early in recovery from or struggling with mental health and/or addiction challenges to provide support and referral services.

  • Maintain weekly contact with library patrons as applicable.

  • Submit data and other reporting in a timely fashion.

  • Develop relationships with community partners.

  • Respond to all phone calls and emails within 1 business day.

  • Act as a representative on behalf of Peer Kent as needed with regards to community collaborations and events as assigned by the Program Manager.  This includes reporting back to the Program Manager with updates and for directions on how to proceed with our involvement.

  • Maintain clear communication with staff and volunteers.  This includes keeping the Program Manager updated on weekly schedules and copied on all important communication.

  • Attend on-going training programs offered to enhance effectiveness of role.

  • See addendum for additional responsibilities.

​​

Required Qualifications

  • Lived experience with housing instability.

  • Identify as a peer with at least 1 year in remission.

  • Comfort performing outreach to those who are unhoused or those in mental health and SUD recovery

​

Additional Qualifications

  • Experience as a recovery coach

​

Additional Compensation

  • Starting salary $22.97 - $25.16/hour DOE

  • Bonus potential 

  • Paid Vacation Time – 3 weeks per year, accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked, 120-hour maximum annual carryover.

  • Paid Sick Time accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked equivalent to three weeks per year at 40 hours per week.

  • One personal day for the remainder of 2024, three personal days per calendar year thereafter.

  • 13 paid holidays per calendar year.

  • Business cell phone and service will be provided.

  • Monthly parking pass or travel stipend

  • Corporate credit card

  • Medical, Dental, Vision employee premiums covered by employer at 100% for employee.

  • WA Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Workers compensation.

  • $100,000 Life and AD&D, Long Term Disability through Hartford, provided at no cost.

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employer Sponsored IRA with up to 3% employer match.

​

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume via Indeed HERE.

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Title: Peer Services Specialist – King County Library Systems (KCLS) – Kent

Part / Full Time: Full Time – 40 hours/week

(Tuesday & Wednesday 12 PM-8PM, Thursday & Friday 10AM-6PM, Saturday 11AM-7PM)

Hourly / Salary: Hourly

Pay Scale: $22.97 - $25.16 / hour

Reports to: Program Manager

Supervisory Role: No

 

Candidates who identify with one or more of the following are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.

  • Individuals with lived experience in mental health and/or substance abuse

  • BIPOC identified individuals.

  • LGBTQIA+ identified individuals.

  • Veterans

 

Purpose/Vision/Mission

Peer Washington's purpose is to provide peer emotional support and development services to:

  • Washington state residents impacted by temporary or chronic addiction, mental health and/or HIV/AIDS, or other sexually transmitted diseases.

  • Target disparately impacted communities through site expansion operated as a dba of Peer Washington named for location and guided by a charter identifying the target community served.

  • Maintain safe space for members identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming, or other sexual minorities at all our locations regardless of the target community.

  • Services shall be open to any person impacted by addiction, mental health, or HIV/AIDS; however, outreach for each site will be directed toward the community identified in the site charter.

  • Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences.

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.
 

General Summary

Peer emotional support is the foundation of the services provided by Peer Kent.  The ability to discuss struggles and successes related to experiences shared by another individual promotes healing and compliments traditionally accepted professional services in the healthcare system.  The role of the Peer Services Specialist is to work with individuals who are struggling with issues related to mental health and/or addiction challenges. The Peer Services Specialist will be an accountability partner to help members plan, evaluate, and maintain their recovery journey by engaging in a positive, supportive relationship. The Peer Services Specialist is also responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust, and a positive outlook and optimizing member connection with a broad range of community-based services and natural supports.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work directly with the Program Manager to establish guidelines, best practices, client tracking, and expectations in the development and application of this position.

  • Work with members early in recovery from or struggling with mental health and/or addiction challenges to provide support and referral services.

  • Maintain weekly contact with library patrons as applicable.

  • Submit data and other reporting in a timely fashion.

  • Develop relationships with community partners.

  • Respond to all phone calls and emails within 1 business day.

  • Act as a representative on behalf of Peer Kent as needed with regards to community collaborations and events as assigned by the Program Manager.  This includes reporting back to the Program Manager with updates and for direction on how to proceed with our involvement.

  • Maintain clear communication with staff and volunteers.  This includes keeping the Program Manager updated on weekly schedules and copied on all important communication.

  • Attend on-going training programs offered to enhance effectiveness of role.

  • See addendum for additional responsibilities.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Lived experience with housing instability.

  • Identify as a peer with at least 1 year in remission.

  • Comfort performing outreach to those who are unhoused or those in mental health and SUD recovery.

​

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience as a recovery coach

 

Compensation

  • Starting salary $22.97 - $25.16/hour DOE

  • Paid Vacation Time – 3 weeks per year, accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hour per hour worked, 120-hour maximum annual carryover.

  • Paid Sick Time accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked equivalent to three weeks per year at 40 hours per week.

  • One Personal Day for the remainder of 2024. Three personal days per calendar year thereafter.

  • 3 paid holidays per calendar year.

  • Bonus potential

  • Business cell phone and service will be provided.

  • Monthly parking pass or travel stipend

  • Corporate credit card

  • Medical, Dental, Vision employee premiums covered by employer at 100% for employee.

  • WA Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Workers compensation.

  • $100,000 Life and AD&D, Long Term Disability through Hartford, provided at no cost.

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employer Sponsored IRA with up to 3% employer match.


These benefits are for the remainder of 2024 and may be modified at any time at Peer WA’s discretion unless otherwise required by law.

 

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume AND cover via INDEED.

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Title: Peer Services Specialist – King County Drug Diversion Court (KCDDC)

Part/ Full Time: Full Time – 40 hours/ week

Starting schedule of Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Hourly/ Salary: Hourly

Pay Scale: $22.97- $25.16 per hour DOE

Reports to: Program Manager

Supervisory Role: No


Candidates who identify with one or more of the following are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.

  • Individuals with lived experience in mental health and/or substance abuse

  • BIPOC identified individuals.

  • LGBTQIA+ identified individuals.

  • Veterans

 

Purpose/Vision/Mission

Peer Washington's purpose is to provide peer emotional support and development services to:

  • Washington state residents impacted by temporary or chronic addiction, mental health and/or HIV/AIDS, or other sexually transmitted diseases.

  • Target disparately impacted communities through site expansion operated as a dba of Peer Washington named for location and guided by a charter identifying the target community served.

  • Maintain safe space for members identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming, or other sexual minorities at all our locations regardless of the target community.

  • Services shall be open to any person impacted by addiction, mental health, or HIV/AIDS; however, outreach for each site will be directed toward the community identified in the site charter.

  • Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences.

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.

 

General Summary

Peer emotional support is the foundation of the services provided by Peer Kent. The ability to discuss

struggles and successes related to experiences shared by another individual promotes healing and compliments traditionally accepted professional services in the healthcare system. The role of the Peer Services Specialist is to work with individuals who are struggling with issues related to mental health and/or addiction challenges. The Peer Services Specialist will be an accountability partner to help members plan, evaluate, and maintain their recovery journey by engaging in a positive, supportive relationship. The Peer Services Specialist is also responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust, and a positive outlook and optimizing member connection with a broad range of community-based services and natural supports.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  •  Work directly with the Program Manager to establish guidelines, best practices, client tracking, and expectations in the development and application of this position.

  •  Work with members early in recovery from or struggling with mental health and/or addiction challenges to provide support and referral services.

  •  Provide intake services and case management for service contracts.

  • Maintain weekly contact with assigned clients.

  • Submit data and other reporting in a timely fashion.

  •  Develop relationships with community partners.

  •  Respond to all phone calls and emails within 1 business day.

  •  Act as a representative on behalf of Peer Kent as needed with regards to community collaborations and events as assigned by the Program Manager. This includes reporting back to the Program Manager with updates and for direction on how to proceed with our involvement.

  •  Maintain clear communication with staff and volunteers. This includes keeping the Program Manager updated on weekly schedules and copied on all important communication.

  • Attend on-going training programs offered to enhance effectiveness of role.

 

Required Qualifications  

  • Must identify as someone in recovery from mental health and/or addiction challenges and in remission for a period of at least one year.

  • Must be trained and certified as a peer recovery coach through Peer Washington, its affiliates, CCAR, or equivalent training model, or be willing to do so within six months of hire.

  • Must be a graduate or alumni of King County Drug Diversion Court

  • Must have great organizational, documenting, communication, and service development skills.

  • Ability to be an active listener by asking questions and reflecting on what is being said.

  • Proficient level of ability with computer software including Microsoft Office Products.

  • Ability to work both independently and under supervision.

  • Ability to maintain healthy boundaries with peers.

  • Ability to manage time effectively.

 

Additional Qualifications

  • Lived experience in the legal and court system and the ability to use that experience appropriately in a professional setting to provide peer support to individuals currently involved in the legal system.

  • Ability to collaborate with Peer WA staff, coaches, and volunteers, providing training and coaching related to role as needed.

  • Maintain referral intake data collection and assure timely follow-up with referred individuals.

  • Maintain accurate records on provided services to individuals involved in the assigned courts to meet all reporting expectations of the contract.

  • Assist court personnel in the completion of the Recovery Capitol (REC-CAP) assessments as instructed, and support participants in successful compliance with these and any conditions of the court.

  • Knowledge of or ability to develop an extensive network of South King County community organizations, resources, and referral partners.

  • Ability to develop expertise in providing peer support to individuals involved in the justice system including referral to community care providers, service partners, and other resources.

  • Coordinate referrals to Peer WA for all available peer services and support Peer WA staff in the provision of those services.

  • Schedule and facilitate support groups based on identified needs and encourage individuals in receiving training.

  • Graduated King County Drug Diversion Court required.

 

Additional Compensation

  • Starting salary $22.97 - $25.16/hour DOE

  • Paid Vacation Time – 3 weeks per year, accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hour per hour worked, 120-hour maximum annual carryover.

  • Paid Sick Time accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked equivalent to three weeks per year at 40 hours per week.

  • One Personal Day for the remainder of 2024. Three personal days per calendar year thereafter.

  • 3 paid holidays per calendar year.

  • Bonus potential

  • Business cell phone and service will be provided.

  • Monthly parking pass or travel stipend

  • Corporate credit card

  • Medical, Dental, Vision employee premiums covered by employer at 100% for employee.

  • WA Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Workers compensation.

  • $100,000 Life and AD&D, Long Term Disability through Hartford, provided at no cost.

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employer Sponsored IRA with up to 3% employer match.


These benefits are for the remainder of 2024 and may be modified at any time at Peer WA’s discretion unless otherwise required by law.

 

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume via INDEED.

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Title: Peer Services Specialist – King County Library Systems (KCLS) – Southcenter Library

Part / Full Time: Full Time – 40 hours/week

Hourly / Salary: Hourly

Pay Scale: $22.97 - $25.16 / hour

Reports to: Program Manager

Supervisory Role: No

 

Candidates who identify with one or more of the following are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.

  • Individuals with lived experience in mental health and/or substance abuse

  • BIPOC identified individuals.

  • LGBTQIA+ identified individuals.

  • Veterans

 

Purpose/Vision/Mission

Peer Washington's purpose is to provide peer emotional support and development services to:

  • Washington state residents impacted by temporary or chronic addiction, mental health and/or HIV/AIDS, or other sexually transmitted diseases.

  • Target disparately impacted communities through site expansion operated as a dba of Peer Washington named for location and guided by a charter identifying the target community served.

  • Maintain safe space for members identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming, or other sexual minorities at all our locations regardless of the target community.

  • Services shall be open to any person impacted by addiction, mental health, or HIV/AIDS; however, outreach for each site will be directed toward the community identified in the site charter.

  • Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences.

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.
 

General Summary

Peer emotional support is the foundation of the services provided by Peer Kent.  The ability to discuss struggles and successes related to experiences shared by another individual promotes healing and compliments traditionally accepted professional services in the healthcare system.  The role of the Peer Services Specialist is to work with individuals who are struggling with issues related to mental health and/or addiction challenges. The Peer Services Specialist will be an accountability partner to help members plan, evaluate, and maintain their recovery journey by engaging in a positive, supportive relationship. The Peer Services Specialist is also responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust, and a positive outlook and optimizing member connection with a broad range of community-based services and natural supports.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work directly with the Program Manager to establish guidelines, best practices, client tracking, and expectations in the development and application of this position.

  • Work with members early in recovery from or struggling with mental health and/or addiction challenges to provide support and referral services.

  • Maintain weekly contact with library patrons as applicable.

  • Submit data and other reporting in a timely fashion.

  • Develop relationships with community partners.

  • Respond to all phone calls and emails within 1 business day.

  • Act as a representative on behalf of Peer Kent as needed with regards to community collaborations and events as assigned by the Program Manager.  This includes reporting back to the Program Manager with updates and for direction on how to proceed with our involvement.

  • Maintain clear communication with staff and volunteers.  This includes keeping the Program Manager updated on weekly schedules and copied on all important communication.

  • Attend on-going training programs offered to enhance effectiveness of role.

  • See addendum for additional responsibilities.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Lived experience with housing instability.

  • Identify as a peer with at least 1 year in remission.

  • Comfort performing outreach to those who are unhoused or those in mental health and SUD recovery.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience as a recovery coach

 

Compensation

  • Starting salary $22.97 - $25.16/hour DOE

  • Paid Vacation Time – 3 weeks paid vacation time per year, accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked, 120-hour maximum annual carryover.

  • Paid Sick Time – accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked for the remainder of 2024. Paid Sick Time accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0385 hours per hour worked beginning January 1, 2025.

  • Five paid Holidays for the remainder of 2024, depending on hire date.

  • One personal day for the remainder of 2024.

  • Three Personal Days per quarter beginning January 1, 2025.  Personal days do not carry over from year to year, have no monetary value, and are forfeited upon employment separation.

  • Medical and Vision through Regence

  • Dental through Delta Dental

  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment at $100,000.

  • Long-Term Disability.

  • Simple IRA through Charles Schwab with an employer match of up to 3%

  • Employee Assistance Program through Wellspring

  • Work cell phone through AT&T

  • Peer Washington covers the employee portion of Washington Unemployment and Paid Family Medical Leave at 100%.


These benefits are for the remainder of 2024 and may be modified at any time at Peer WA’s discretion unless otherwise required by law.

 

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume AND cover letter via INDEED.

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Title: Peer Services Specialist (PSS) – SKCMC, Renton Municipal Court

Part / Full Time: Full Time (40 hours/week, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)

Hourly / Salary: Hourly

Starting Pay Scale: $22.97 - $25.16 per hour DOE

Reports to: Program Manager

Supervisory Role: No

 

Candidates who identify with one or more of the following are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.  

  • Individuals with lived experience in mental health and/or substance abuse  

  • BIPOC identified individuals. 

  • LGBTQIA+ identified individuals. 

  • Veterans 

 

Purpose/Vision/Mission

Peer Washington's purpose is to provide peer emotional support and development services to: 

  • Washington state residents impacted by temporary or chronic addiction, mental health and/or HIV/AIDS, or other sexually transmitted diseases. 

  • Target disparately impacted communities through site expansion operated as a dba of Peer Washington named for location and guided by a charter identifying the target community served. 

  • Maintain safe space for members identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming, or other sexual minorities at all our locations regardless of the target community. 

  • Services shall be open to any person impacted by addiction, mental health, or HIV/AIDS; however, outreach for each site will be directed toward the community identified in the site charter. 

  • Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences. 

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.

 

General Summary

Peer emotional support is the foundation of the services provided by Peer Kent. The ability to discuss 

struggles and successes related to experiences shared by another individual promotes healing and compliments traditionally accepted professional services in the healthcare system. The role of the Peer Services Specialist is to work with individuals who are struggling with issues related to mental health and/or addiction challenges. The Peer Services Specialist will be an accountability partner to help members plan, evaluate, and maintain their recovery journey by engaging in a positive, supportive relationship. The Peer Services Specialist is also responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust, and a positive outlook and optimizing member connection with a broad range of community-based services and natural supports. 

​

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work directly with the Program Manager to establish guidelines, best practices, client tracking, and expectations in the development and application of this position. 

  • Work with members early in recovery from or struggling with mental health and/or addiction challenges to provide support and referral services. 

  • Provide intake services and case management for service contracts. 

  • Maintain weekly contact with assigned clients. 

  • Submit data and other reporting in a timely fashion. 

  • Develop relationships with community partners. 

  • Respond to all phone calls and emails within 1 business day. 

  • Act as a representative on behalf of Peer Kent as needed with regards to community collaborations and events as assigned by the Program Manager. This includes reporting back to the Program Manager with updates and for direction on how to proceed with our involvement. 

  • Maintain clear communication with staff and volunteers. This includes keeping the Program Manager updated on weekly schedules and copied on all important communication. 

  • Attend on-going training programs offered to enhance effectiveness of role. 

 

Required Qualifications

  • Must identify as someone in recovery from mental health and/or addiction challenges and in remission for a period of at least one year. 

  • Must be trained and certified as a peer recovery coach through Peer Washington, its affiliates, CCAR, or equivalent training model, or be willing to do so within six months of hire. 

  • Must have lived experience with the criminal justice system.

  • Must have great organizational, documenting, communication, and service development skills. 

  • Ability to be an active listener by asking questions and reflecting on what is being said. 

  • Proficient level of ability with computer software including Microsoft Office Products. 

  • Ability to work both independently and under supervision. 

  • Ability to maintain healthy boundaries with peers. 

  • Ability to manage time effectively. 

 

Additional Qualifications

  • Ability to collaborate with Peer WA staff, coaches, and volunteers, providing training and coaching related to role as needed. 

  • Maintain referral intake data collection and assure timely follow-up with referred individuals. 

  • Ability to develop expertise in providing peer support to individuals involved in the justice system including referral to community care providers, service partners, and other resources. 

  • Coordinate referrals to Peer WA for all available peer services and support Peer WA staff in the  provision of those services. 

  • Schedule and facilitate support groups based on identified needs and encourage individuals in receiving training. 

 

Additional Compensation

  • Starting wage $22.97- $25.16 per hour DOE 

  • Paid Vacation Time – 3 weeks paid vacation time per year, accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked, 120-hour maximum annual carryover.

  • Paid Sick Time – accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked for the remainder of 2024. Paid Sick Time accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0385 hours per hour worked beginning January 1, 2025.

  • Five paid Holidays for the remainder of 2024, depending on hire date.

  • One personal day for the remainder of 2024.

  • Three Personal Days per quarter beginning January 1, 2025.  Personal days do not carry over from year to year, have no monetary value, and are forfeited upon employment separation.

  • Medical and Vision through Regence

  • Dental through Delta Dental

  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment at $100,000.

  • Long-Term Disability.

  • Simple IRA through Charles Schwab with an employer match of up to 3%

  • Employee Assistance Program through Wellspring

  • Work cell phone through AT&T

  • Peer Washington covers the employee portion of Washington Unemployment and Paid Family Medical Leave at 100%.


These benefits are for the remainder of 2024 and may be modified at any time at Peer WA’s discretion unless otherwise required by law.

​

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume via INDEED.

Anchor 8

Title: Peer Services Specialist (PSS) – Coaching Lead

Part/Full Time: Full Time (40 hours/week, Sunday – Thursday, 10:30 a.m. – 7:00 pm.)

Hourly/Salary: Hourly

Starting Pay Scale: $22.97- $25.16 per hour DOE

Reports to: Program Manager

Supervisory role: No

 

Candidates who identify with one or more of the following are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.

  • Individuals with lived experience in mental health and/or substance abuse

  • BIPOC identified individuals.

  • LGBTQIA+ identified individuals.

  • Veterans

 

Purpose/Vision/Mission

Peer Washington's purpose is to provide peer emotional support and development services to:

  • Washington state residents impacted by temporary or chronic addiction, mental health and/or HIV/AIDS, or other sexually transmitted diseases.

  • Target disparately impacted communities through site expansion operated as a dba of Peer Washington named for location and guided by a charter identifying the target community served.

  • Maintain safe space for members identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming, or other sexual minorities at all our locations regardless of the target community.

  • Services shall be open to any person impacted by addiction, mental health, or HIV/AIDS; however, outreach for each site will be directed toward the community identified in the site charter.

  • Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences.

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another.


General Summary

Peer emotional support is the foundation of the services provided by Peer Kent. The ability to discuss

struggles and successes related to experiences shared by another individual promotes healing and compliments traditionally accepted professional services in the healthcare system. The role of the Peer Services Specialist is to work with individuals who are struggling with issues related to mental health and/or addiction challenges. The Peer Services Specialist will be an accountability partner to help members plan, evaluate, and maintain their recovery journey by engaging in a positive, supportive relationship. The Peer Services Specialist is also responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust, and a positive outlook and optimizing member connection with a broad range of community-based services and natural supports.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work directly with the Program Manager to establish guidelines, best practices, client tracking, and expectations in the development and application of this position.

  • Work with members early in recovery from or struggling with mental health and/or addiction challenges to provide support and referral services.

  • Provide intake services and case management for service contracts.

  • Maintain weekly contact with assigned clients.

  • Submit data and other reporting in a timely fashion.

  • Develop relationships with community partners.

  • Respond to all phone calls and emails within 1 business day.

  • Act as a representative on behalf of Peer Kent as needed with regards to community collaborations and events as assigned by the Program Manager. This includes reporting back to the Program Manager with updates and for direction on how to proceed with our involvement.

  • Maintain clear communication with staff and volunteers. This includes keeping the Program Manager updated on weekly schedules and copied on all important communication.

  • Attend on-going training programs offered to enhance effectiveness of role.

  • Recruit and interview community members who want to become coaches

  • Co-facilitate the Recovery Coach Academy

  • Provide intake for new coaches and enter into the database.

  • Interview and provide intake for members that request coaching services

  • Match the member with a coach that has similar experience of the goals of the member.

  • Provide supervision for coaches.

  • Facilitate weekly coach meeting

  • Facilitate monthly Coaches Check-in

  • Collaborate with other Peer Washington Peer Coaches as requested in providing support to their matches.

 

Required Qualifications  

  • Must identify as someone in recovery from mental health and/or addiction challenges and in remission for a period of at least one year.

  • Must be trained and certified as a peer recovery coach through Peer Washington, its affiliates, CCAR, or equivalent training model, or be willing to do so within six months of hire.

  • Must have great organizational, documenting, communication, and service development skills.

  • Ability to be an active listener by asking questions and reflecting on what is being said.

  • Proficient level of ability with computer software including Microsoft Office Products.

  • Ability to work both independently and under supervision.

  • Ability to maintain healthy boundaries with peers.

  • Ability to manage time effectively.

 

Additional Compensation

  • Starting wage $22.97- $25.16 per hour DOE

  • Paid Vacation Time – 3 weeks paid vacation time per year, accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked, 120-hour maximum annual carryover.  

  • Paid Sick Time – accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0580 hours per hour worked for the remainder of 2024. Paid Sick Time accrued hourly based on hours worked at 0.0385 hours per hour worked beginning January 1, 2025. 

  • Five paid Holidays for the remainder of 2024, depending on hire date. 

  • One personal day for the remainder of 2024. 

  • Three Personal Days per quarter beginning January 1, 2025.  Personal days do not carry over from year to year, have no monetary value, and are forfeited upon employment separation. 

  • Medical and Vision through Regence 

  • Dental through Delta Dental 

  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment at $100,000. 

  • Long-Term Disability. 

  • Simple IRA through Charles Schwab with an employer match of up to 3% 

  • Employee Assistance Program through Wellspring 

  • Work cell phone through AT&T 

  • Peer Washington covers the employee portion of Washington Unemployment and Paid Family Medical Leave at 100%. 


These benefits are for the remainder of 2024 and may be modified at any time at Peer WA’s discretion unless otherwise required by law.

 

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume via INDEED.

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Title: Peer Services Specialist – Groups/ SOR/Resource Connection

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Hourly / Salary: Hourly

Pay Scale: $22.97 - $25.16 per hour

Reports to: Program Manager

Supervisory role:  No

 

Candidates who identify with one or more of the following are STRONGLY encouraged to apply.  

  • Individuals with lived experience in mental health and/or substance abuse  

  • BIPOC identified individuals. 

  • LGBTQIA+ identified individuals. 

  • Veterans 
     

Purpose/Vision/Mission 

Peer Washington's purpose is to provide peer emotional support and development services to: 

  • Washington state residents impacted by temporary or chronic addiction, mental health and/or HIV/AIDS, or other sexually transmitted diseases. 

  • Target disparately impacted communities through site expansion operated as a dba of Peer Washington named for location and guided by a charter identifying the target community served. 

  • Maintain safe space for members identified as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming, or other sexual minorities at all our locations regardless of the target community. 

  • Services shall be open to any person impacted by addiction, mental health, or HIV/AIDS; however, outreach for each site will be directed toward the community identified in the site charter. 

  • Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences. 

Peer Washington envisions a community of peers connected by shared experience in compassionate support of one another. 

​

General Summary

Peer emotional support is the foundation of the services provided by Peer Washington.  The ability to discuss struggles and successes related to experiences shared by another individual promotes healing and compliments traditionally accepted professional services in the healthcare system.  The role of the Peer Services Specialist is to work with individuals who are struggling with issues related to mental health, addiction and/or chronic illness. The Peer Services Specialist will be an accountability partner to help members plan, evaluate, and maintain their recovery journey by engaging in a positive supportive relationship. The Peer Services Specialist is also responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust and a positive outlook and optimizing member connection with a broad range of community-based services and natural support.

 The Groups Lead/Resource & Referral Peer Support Specialist (PSS) will work under the supervision of the Program Manager to develop, coordinate, and facilitate recovery-oriented group support services. This role will focus on group facilitator training, maintaining the group schedule, recruiting and training facilitators, updating resource lists, and connecting members with appropriate resources and referrals.
 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work directly with supervisor to establish guidelines, best practices, client tracking, and expectations in the development and application of this new position.

  • Facilitate Group Facilitator Training sessions to equip peers with the skills needed to lead support groups.

  • Develop and maintain the group schedule, ensuring sessions are consistent, inclusive, and responsive to member needs.

  • Recruit, onboard, and train group facilitators, providing ongoing support to ensure high-quality group facilitation.

  • Regularly update and verify a database of local resources to ensure accurate and current information is available for members.

  • Provide referrals to members, helping them connect with community resources that align with their needs and recovery goals.

  • Maintain accurate group attendance and service data, ensuring timely submission for reporting purposes.

  • Build and maintain positive relationships with group facilitators and community partners to enhance group offerings and expand resources.

  • Respond to inquiries regarding groups, resources, and services in a timely and professional manner. Respond to all phone calls and emails within 2 working days.

  • Work with members early in recovery from or struggling with substance use disorder and/or mental health challenges to provide support and referral services.

  • Maintain weekly contact with assigned members.

  • Act as a representative on behalf of Peer Washington as needed with regards to community collaborations and events as assigned by the Program Manager.  This includes reporting back to the Program Manager with updates and for direction on how to proceed with our involvement.

  • Maintain clear communication with staff and volunteers.  This includes keeping the Program Manager updated on weekly schedules and copied on all important communication.

  • Attend on-going training programs offered to enhance effectiveness of role.

  • Other responsibilities as assigned.

​

Required Qualifications

  • Personal lived experience with recovery from substance use, mental health challenges, or other significant life transitions and a willingness to share your recovery journey as appropriate.

  • Must identify as someone in recovery from substance use and/or mental health challenges and in remission for a period of at least one year.

  • Experience facilitating support groups or providing peer support services is highly preferred.

  • Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with diverse individuals and community partners.

  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and practicing ethical boundaries in all interactions.

  • Proficiency in basic data collection and reporting systems.

  • Must have great organizational, documenting, communication, and program development skills.

  • Ability to be an active listener by asking questions and reflecting on what is being said.

  • Proficient level of ability with computer software: Microsoft Office Products.

  • Ability to work both independently and under supervision.

  • Ability to maintain healthy boundaries with peers.

  • Ability to manage time effectively.

  • Ability to work flexible schedule (including evenings, weekends, and holidays).

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Established relationships with local community-based organizations.

  • Awareness of multiple pathways of recovery.

  • Previous experience working as a Certified Peer Counselor (CPC) or willing to seek certification within 6 months of hire.

  • Trained and certified as a peer recovery coach through Peer Washington/SHIFT, CCAR, or willing to within 6 months of hire.

  • Must be trained as a Peer Support Group Facilitator through Peer Washington within 6 months of hire.

  • Attend ongoing training programs to enhance group facilitation skills and role effectiveness.

 

R&R/Groups/ SOR Addendum

  • Attend ongoing training programs to enhance group facilitation skills and role effectiveness.

  • Recruit and coach members into becoming group facilitators.

  • Ensure that existing groups facilitators are adequately trained and consistently updated on any new developments taking place at Peer Kent.

  • Conduct a monthly facilitator meeting.

  • Monitor and ensure the accurate data entry into Empower DB by the respective group facilitator.

  • Work with Marketing Team as needed for new group flyers

  • Support members and visitors with connections to resources including treatment, shelter, mental health supports, and community connection.

  • Identify and enroll appropriate members into the SOR program

  • Connect with SOR members every month to support their connection to the recovery community and complete documentation for meetings and activities.

 

Additional Responsibilities

This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.  In addition to the responsibilities listed above, the Peer Services Specialist will be responsible for any additional tasks that are assigned by supervisor.
 

Additional Compensation

  • Starting wage $22.97- $25.16 per hour DOE

  • Paid Vacation Time – 3 weeks per year, accrued at 4.615hrs per biweekly pay period, 120-hour maximum annual carryover.  

  • Paid Sick Time – 80 Hours per year, accrued at 3.077hrs per biweekly pay period, 480-hour maximum annual carryover. 

  • Three Personal Days per quarter beginning January 1, 2025.  Personal days do not carry over from year to year, have no monetary value, and are forfeited upon employment separation. 

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability; employee premiums covered by employer at 100% for employee.

  • Simple IRA through Charles Schwab with an employer match of up to 3% 

  • Employee Assistance Program through Wellspring 

  • Work cell phone through AT&T 

  • Peer Washington covers the employee portion of Washington Unemployment and Paid Family Medical Leave at 100%. 

 

These may be modified at any time at Peer WA’s discretion unless otherwise required by law.
 

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume via INDEED.

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