Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) / Peer Support Specialist (PSS)

Lutheran Community Services NW is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.

Benefits

• A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
• Up to 2 weeks of vacation in your first year (based on hours worked)
• Up to 2 weeks of sick leave (based on hours worked)
• 12 paid agency recognized holidays
• 2 floating holidays to use your way
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Potential eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit status

Responsibilities

• Provide 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
• Facilitate contact with providers, assist with case management, care coordination, 1:1 peer counseling, and address issues that may be barriers to accessing treatment and/or support in the community
• Manage a caseload of clients in recovery and meet with them regularly by providing coaching and mentoring, model healthy and empowered behavior
• Provide case management, care coordination, education and employment support
• Communicate with the treatment team about any problems and concerns
• Document services using electronic health records accurately and in accordance to agency policy
• Support outreach, education, and community engagement activities
• Provide support to clients and community members in a culturally humble and empathetic manner
• Act as a positive role model for individuals being served and exploring their own path to wellness and recovery
• Act 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 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

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) or Certified Peer Support Specialist-Adult Addictions (PSS)
• Reliable transportation for business purposes, such as between work locations and community settings as this position drives clients in personal and/or agency rental
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak in English
• Standard LCSNW criminal clearance, including national sex offender, motor vehicle records, valid driver’s license with clean driving record, and active auto insurance

This position will work out of our Beaverton office and our Portland Office.