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Consejo Counseling & Referral Service

Peer Recovery Specialist

Consejo Counseling & Referral Service, Renton, Washington, United States, 98056

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Peer Recovery Specialist

– Tacoma, WA location. We offer relocation assistance, sign-on bonus, and exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k), vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, personal days, life insurance, AD&D, training funds, and your birthday off. Summary Of Job Description

Provide support to reduce isolation, promote self-empowerment, enhance quality of life, and serve the needs of consumers and their families through peer support, advocacy, education, and outreach. Ensure services are provided in a holistic and culturally sensitive manner, which promotes the dignity, respect, safety, and optimal functioning of the individual. Provide a living example of hope for others with mental illnesses. Act as a role model of recovery for the consumer. Responsibilities

Provide peer support, advocacy, education, and outreach to consumers and their families. Promote holistic, culturally sensitive services that uphold dignity, respect, safety, and optimal functioning. Serve as a living example of hope and a role model of recovery for consumers. Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of basic concepts of peer support, including the 10 fundamental Components of Recovery. Personal experience with the mental health system (King County preferred). Certified Peer Counselor with specialized training from the Washington State Mental Health Division (preferred). Willingness to learn and adapt; knowledge of bicultural issues and needs. Ability to tell their own recovery and resiliency story in culturally relevant ways. Registered with the Washington State Department of Health as an agency-affiliated counselor. Experience with peer counseling, health education, and/or public speaking (preferred). Proficient in English and Spanish (preferred). Valid driver\'s license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation with insurance. Work Schedule

This full-time position operates on a typical schedule of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Salary

$23.00 - $27.00 hourly, pay depending on experience, qualifications, and credentials. How to Apply

If you feel you would be right for this job, please submit our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application.

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