Peer Recovery Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Peer Recovery Specialist / Renton, WA

Consejo Counseling and Referral Service is looking to hire a full-time Peer Recovery Specialist for our Renton, WA location.

We offer Relocation Assistance, sign-on Bonus, and exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k), vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, personal days, life insurance, AD&D, training funds, and your birthday off.

Summary of Job Description :

Provide support to reduce isolation, promote self-empowerment, enhance quality of life, and serve the needs of consumers and their families through peer support, advocacy, education, and outreach. Ensure services are provided in a holistic and culturally sensitive manner, which promotes the dignity, respect, safety, andoptimal functioning of the individual. Provide a living example of hope for others with mental illnesses. Act as a role model of recovery for the consumer.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A Peer Recovery Specialist

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge in the basic concepts of peer support, including an understanding of the 10 fundamental Components of Recovery.
• Personal experience with the mental health system in King County.
• Certified Peer Counselor who completed a specialized training provided or contracted by the Washington State Mental Health Division (MHD). Preferred.
• Willingness to learn new skills as needed.
• Knowledge and understanding of bicultural issues and needs.
• Ability to tell their own recovery and resiliency story in ways that are culturally relevant to the mental health consumer(s).
• Registered with the Washington State Department of Health as an agency-affiliated counselor.
• Experience with peer counseling, health education, and / or public speaking preferred.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing both English and Spanish preferred.
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation with insurance

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time therapy position operates on a typical schedule of 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM, Monday through Friday .

SALARY

$23.00 - $27.00 hourly pay with an Agency Affiliation Registration license. Pay will depend on experience, qualifications, and credentials.

Would you be ready to join our team?

We understand that your time is valuable, so we have designed a quick and easy application process. If you are a good fit for this position, we encourage you to complete our mobile-friendly application. We are excited to meet you and discuss how you can contribute to our team!

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