Peer Support Specialist

Position Summary

The Peer Support Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day activities necessary to support the mission of the Substance Use Program. This role serves as an advocate and support resource for patients and their families impacted by substance use.

Essential Functions

• Assist with the orientation process for program participants.
• Link participants to community and agency resources, services, and support.
• Provide group and individual support to participants, families, and social networks.
• Collaborate in the development of educational materials and classes.
• Educate and advocate through collaboration with community agencies and internal departments to raise awareness of substance use disorders.
• Communicate effectively, including using recovery stories where appropriate.
• Utilize strength-based approaches to assess client needs, implement intervention strategies, and assist clients in accessing relevant resources, in collaboration with the SUP/MAT team.
• Maintain all documentation utilizing appropriate documentation platforms and data collection systems including Electronic Health Record (EHR), grant portals, spreadsheets.
• Participate in ongoing training to improve program services.
• Promote and assist with the overall Wellness Program.
• Meet with supervisor at hire to set measurable goals and review them during performance evaluations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties and special projects as determined by the Wellness Director to support the department’s work.
• Attend required staff meetings and training.
• Learn and implement new EHR functionalities.
• Assist with other department needs on an as-needed basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to interact effectively with staff, community members, outside agencies, and the public.
• Capacity to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Knowledge of the local Indian community’s customs, traditions, and social dynamics.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and report data clearly.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships and coordinate activities within the agency and with outside groups.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and respect for Native American culture, traditions, and socioeconomic needs.
• Represent the agency professionally within the community.
• Always maintain a professional attitude and appearance.
• Able to meet deadlines and manage projects efficiently.
• Be punctual and reliable with minimal absences.
• Ability to obtain CPR certification if required for the position.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification or formal training in health-related fields, parenting courses, domestic violence, or mental health is preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to complete required health training programs.
• Proficiency with computers and data entry.
• Valid California driver’s license and car insurance sufficient to be insurable.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly exposed to odors and airborne particles.
• Exposure to body fluids and viruses.
• Physically and emotionally challenging work environment.
• High degree of stress.

Work Environment

• Modest noise level in the work environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $22.11-23.00, depending on experience.
• Health Insurance: Employer-paid medical coverage starting the month after hire for all tiers — Self, Self + One, and Self + Family.
• Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid for employee-only coverage; additional family coverage available at a competitive rate.
• 401(k) Plan: Available immediately upon hire with a 4% employer match.
• Life Insurance: $20,000 employer-paid policy for full-time employees, with options to purchase additional coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation begins accruing on your first day — up to 80 hours annually.
• Loan Repayment Assistance Available.

Feather River Tribal Health, Inc.

Feather River Tribal Health, Inc. is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. As a federally funded Tribal Health Program, FRTH must comply with Executive Order No. 12564 (Sept. 15, 1986)(51 F.R. 32889 (requiring a Drug Free Workplace) and the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 (U.S.C. 8101-8106). As such, FRTH does require drug testing at the time of hire and upon reasonable suspicion after hire. All FRTH employees are required to comply with FRTH’s drug free workplace policies and applicable federal laws as a condition of employment.

Reasonable accommodations will be given to qualified disabled applicants pursuant to Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U. S. Code 791, Title 29, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).