Overview
Certified Peer Support Specialist Jobs in Medford, OR at Rogue Retreat
Position Title: Certified Peer Support Specialist
Job Classification: Full-Time
FLSA Position Type: Non-exempt, eligible for overtime
Job Grade: 2, Level 1
Reports to: Supportive Services Program Manager
Required Qualifications and Experience
1. Current valid Oregon driver’s license with clean DMV record for insurance on commercial auto policy.
2. Based on business necessity and the population we serve, if you have a substance use disorder (addiction) you must have at least two (2) years clean since your last use.
3. You must be able to successfully complete a UA and adhere to Rogue Retreat’s Drug & Alcohol policy.
4. One (1) year of Peer-Support Specialist or direct Case Management experience or a combination of employment and volunteer experience in a recovery community, outreach program, or social service agency may be considered.
5. Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office andGoogle products
Education, License or Certification
1. Must have a High School Diploma or GED
2. Must have completed Fundamentals of Peer Support Specialist training.
3. Must be certified with the State of Oregon as a Traditional Health Worker. REQUIRED
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as an employee or volunteer at a social service agency.
- Completed other training that will be of benefit to participants, such as effective communication classes, crisis intervention training, ACEs, Trauma Informed Care training or any other training that contribute to the position.
- Personal participation in programs intended to assist with homelessness, or recovery from addiction or managing mental health problems.
- Ability to work independently when supervisor is not present.
- Exhibit good written and verbal communication skills.
- Exhibit the ability to work well with participants, staff, and volunteers.
- Exhibit the ability to do advocacy work.
- Exhibit problem solving skills in acute situations or long term problems affecting participants.
Key Competencies
Accountability
Customer focus
Job knowledge
Teamwork and collaboration
Building trust
Embraces change
Living the mission, vision, values
Time management
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Organizing and Coordinating
Valuing Diversity
Essential Functions:
- Meet regularly with each assigned participant completing a minimum of 30-hours of direct client contact time per week. (includes driving guests)
- Assist participants with obtaining needed services from other organizations.
- Assist participants with necessary paperwork required by Rogue Retreat or other service organizations.
- Drive participants to access resources or run errands in company vehicle.
- Provide personal encouragement and motivation to participants.
- Create good working relationships with co-workers, external organizations, and participants.
- Attend and participate in designated staff meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions/Equipment
The physical environment may require the employee to work both inside in a temperature-controlled environment and outside in an environment with temperature extremes of hot and cold. Congregant shelter environments are, at times, noisy with people entering, exiting, and talking in an office or outdoor tent setting that can be noisy with frequent unexpected interruptions to conversations or work routines. The work environment requires the ability to handle numbers and data with accuracy in an environment that has changing priorities and disruptions throughout the day. The position utilizes a computer.
Physical Demands
Activity and Percentage of Time
Driving 35%
Sit and work at a desk or conduct meetings 50%
Stand, walk on normal, level surfaces 15%
Stand, walk on unstable, changing dirty, rocky or gravelly ground 5%
Lift/carry items up to 25 pounds approximately 5%
Push/pull items up to 25 pounds approximately 5%
Twist/turn, reach over shoulder and head, and reach outward 10%
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Based on business necessity, and the population we serve (which many are in active addiction) if you are in recovery from a substance use disorder we require that you have 2 years of sobriety since your last use. This is a requirement of State of Oregon certification. Do you meet this 2 year requirement? Please type "YES" / "NO" / or "N/A" to answer.
- In accordance with Rogue Retreat’s Drug & Alcohol Policy all new hires must be able to pass a pre-hire drug screening UA, including THC. Are you able to submit a clean UA upon hiring? Please type "YES" or "NO" to answer.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Oregon Drivers License (Required)
- Peer Support Specialist (or CRM) Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Certified Peer Support Specialist
Company: Rogue Retreat
Location: Medford, OR
