Peer Support Specialist - Family

Job Summary

The Family Support Specialist (FSS) provides individualized, strengths-based, one-on-one support to families that are receiving services through the Child and Family Program, primarily with a focus on those involved in Wraparound and Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS). The FSS works directly with families in a variety of settings to meet the families where they are at to create a consistent meaningful support. Drawing on their own lived experience navigating behavioral health, child-serving systems, and/or crisis services, the FSS provides guidance, models recovery, and supports families in identifying and achieving personal goals. The FSS is an integral member of a multidisciplinary care team and collaborates closely with clinicians, care coordinators, families, and other service providers to ensure family voice and choice are heard, and respected throughout the planning and service delivery process.

Essential Functions

• Shares personal recovery stories and describes personal experiences to inspire and support individuals throughout the recovery process, as appropriate.
• Acts as an advocate for individuals to facilitate positive changes and hope in their recovery.
• Supports individuals with problem solving related to their reintegration into the community.
• Advises and informs individuals on community resources, including housing, employment, education, transportation, recreation, health, religious/spiritual, and other resources to meet their individual recovery goals.
• Provides support and navigation, as appropriate.
• Provides coaching in areas to support wellbeing.
• Provides individuals with support and guidance recognizing the early signs of crisis and implementing identified coping strategies.
• Aids individuals in developing and maintaining positive personal and social support networks.
• Aids individuals in developing their self-help skills and cultivating their ability to make informed, independent choices.
• Plans and facilitates practical activities for individuals to increase their self-worth and improve their self-concepts.
• Attends treatment/recovery team meetings.
• Documents services provided to individuals/groups and EHR.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and collaboration with community partners, especially agencies and programs serving youth and families.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have a High School Diploma or GED with a demonstrated proficiency in reading and writing.
• Certified Family Support Specialist.
• Must be able to pass a criminal history/background check.
• Must have a current Oregon driver's license and clean driving record.
• Knowledge of community resources for Youth and Families.
• Must have lived experience in mental health and/or substance use recovery.
• Be 2 years post sobriety.

Special Requirements

• VISA SPONSORSHIP: Linn County does not offer VISA sponsorship.
• Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
• If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
• Linn County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Family plans are less than $15 per month
• Vacation and Floating Days
• Paid Holiday Time (10.5 paid holidays)
• Sick & Bereavement Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• County Paid Life and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Longevity Incentive
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)
• Fully Paid by County

Special Questions

• Do you have a Family Peer Support Specialist (FPSS) certification from the Oregon Health Authority (OHA)?
• How many years of experience do you have with utilizing assessments and service plans?
• How many years of experience do you have in skills training or teaching individuals daily tasks?
• Do you have experience with a Electronic Health Record System?