Peer Support Specialist

This is a graveyard position, and the scheduled hours will be 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Benefits offered:

• Medical Benefits
  • Preferred Provider Option
  • Health Savings Account
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account
• Pet Insurance
• Group Life Insurance, AD&D - Company Paid
• Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D
• Short Term Disability - Company Paid
• Long Term Disability
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and ROTH) with Company Funded company match up to 6%
• Retirement and Financial Planning Services
• Shift differential incentives
• Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
• We provide professional development to enhance various skills, certifications, and continuing education
• Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us and have opportunities
• Paid Time Off (amount depends on years of service)
• Sick Leave for part-time staff
• (11) Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Commuter Mileage Incentive
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Clinical Supervision
• Wellness Program reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)

Respond to Mobile Crisis dispatches in the community alongside QMHP and or QMHA. Collaborate closely with QMHPs, QMHAs, law enforcement partners, EMS, St. Alphonsus Emergency Department, and community providers. Participate in shift debriefings, case consultations, team meetings, and mandatory training, including safety protocols and field readiness training. Use lived experience to build rapport, reduce stress, model recovery, validate, empower, and support individuals who are in emotional or behavioral health crisis. Provide grounding techniques, emotional support, coping skills, and non-clinical supportive presence. Assist clients in identifying strengths, self-determination, and recovery-oriented pathways. Document client progresses per department policies and procedure.

Ability to respond appropriately to and deescalate a crisis. Encourage self-advocacy and support individuals in understanding their rights, choices and treatment options. Assist clients in connecting with outpatient treatment, peer-run organizations, housing support, crisis respite, detox and community resources. Complete concise documentation of peer services, interventions, and client interactions in alignment with OARs and agency documentation standards. Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA, OHA Peer Code of Ethics, and agency privacy policies. Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with Lifeway’s policies/procedures, Oregon Administrative Rules, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations.