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Form of workOur Mission: Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.
About Us Lutheran Community Services Northwest is a non-profit human services agency that improves lives of people in communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. We provide a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools and communities. We are privileged to touch lives of all ages, cultures and faiths.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) / Peer Support Specialist (PSS) provides culturally specific peer support to refugee-immigrant and black, indigenous, and people of color clients who may be experiencing substance abuse/misuse (SUD) issues in the community. This position facilitates contact with providers, assists with case management, care coordination, 1:1 peer counseling, and addresses issues that may be barriers to accessing treatment and/ or support in the community.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Meet regularly with clients, support clients in recovery by providing coaching and mentoring, and model healthy and empowered behavior
• Manage a caseload of clients
• Conduct outreach, education, and community engagement activities
• Communicate with the treatment team about problems and concerns
• Help facilitate culturally specific Certified Recovery mentor training
• Provide case management and care coordination
• Document services using electronic health records in a timely and accurate manner
• Provide education and employment support to clients
• Support clients and community members in a culturally humble and empathetic manner
• Acts as a positive role model for individuals being served and exploring their own path to wellness and recovery.
• Acts as an advocate for individuals being served when appropriate, both within the organization and with other entities.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant program/department requirements, including and not limited to adhering to all record-keeping and reporting requirements.
• Model and encourage direct, professional communication among staff members and facilitate development of a positive staff support network.
• Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity in the delivery of client services as it relates to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the populations served.
• Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's Degree
preferred. Lived experience as it relates to the program, services and client population.
Credentials: Certified Peer Support Specialist (PSS) or Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) required (or complete within 60 days of hire, training is provided).
General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to work well under pressure and work effectively in a multicultural setting, demonstrating excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills. Ability to strictly adhere to HIPAA standards to ensure client confidentiality. General experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
Transportation: This position requires reliable transportation for business purposes, such as between work locations and community settings.
Language Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak in English. Fluency in the additional following language(s): Arabic, Burmese, Dari, French, Karen, Pashto, Rohingya, Spanish, Somali, Swahili, and Ukrainian preferred.
Clearance:Standard LCSNW criminal clearance, including national sex offender, ORCHARDS background clearance, SAM/OIG.
BENEFITS: We offer a full benefits package with options for medical, vision and dental insurance. Employer-paid short and long-term disability, as well as life insurance. Vacation includes up to 2 weeks in the first year, with an increase up to 3 weeks in the second year and incrementally up to 5 weeks after 6 years (based on hours worked). Up to 2 ½ weeks of Sick leave for you or to take care of your immediate family (based on hours worked). 10 Paid Holidays plus 2 Floating Holidays each year. A 403(b) Retirement plan, with employer matching contributions after meeting eligibility requirements. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help and support you. Mileage and expense reimbursement
We thank all candidates in advance for their interest in joining the Lutheran Community Services Northwest team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
LUTHERAN COMMUNITY SERVICES NORTHWEST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITTED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCY.
Other details
- Job Family LCS General
- Pay Type Hourly
- Min Hiring Rate $16.79
- Max Hiring Rate $23.35
- Travel Required Yes
- Required Education High School
- Job Start Date Monday, August 28, 2023
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