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Crisis Center Peer Support Specialist Part Time
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$45,175 / year median in Oregon
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Description Description Clarvida's success is built on the strength of our people: individuals who bring the right skills and a deep commitment to our mission of improving lives and communities. Our employees are empowered to bring their full potential to the table, ensuring long-term success for our team and those we serve. Adult Peer Support Specialist Part Time 16 hours a week As an Adult Peer Support Specialist, you'll provide support to clients who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis. By sharing your lived experience to help promote recovery and resiliency, this position encourages hope, wellness, and self-advocacy to clients within a crisis center setting. Maintains the safety and security of the center by conducting client and visitor check-ins and discharge, communicating with staff on shift, and providing assistance by connecting callers to the appropriate staff.
Perks of this position:
Starting at $22/hour daytime, evening, weekend shifts available Overnight pay differential Consistent hours and pay Stability and growth opportunities of working with a national agency What we're looking for: Peer support certificate - Must have completed a Peer Specialist Training in Adult Mental Health approved by The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and qualify to be certified as a Peer Support Specialist within six months of hire date.
•High School Diploma or GED Ability to pass background checks, including Enhanced Fingerprinting.
All Employees:
401K Employee Assistance program Pet Insurance
Perks @Clarvida- national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment benefits may vary based on
Position/State/County Application Deadline:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. If you're #readytowork we are #readytohire ! Now hiring! Not the job you're looking for? Clarvida has a variety of positions in various locations; please go to https://www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
To Learn More About Us:
Clarvida @ http://www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values/ Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. "We encourage job seekers to be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment activities that are on the rise across the healthcare industry. Communication about legitimate Clarvida job opportunities will only come from an authorized Clarvida.com email address, from a notifications@jobvite.com email, or a personal LinkedIn account that is associated with a Clarvida.com email address."