peer counselor

YMCA Of Greater Seattle

<div>Overview:<div></div><div><b><br>
Our Commitment to Equity
</b><br>
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Job Summary</b></div><div>
You will provide culturally competent, and strength-based peer support to youth, young adults, and families experiencing a behavioral or mental health crisis. Working alongside a Mental Health Care Professional, this position will utilize de-escalation techniques to stabilize the situation; assist in developing a Safety and Action Plan to address priority needs; and, where appropriate, transport individuals to care facilities or alternative placement in the community. Services are provided in client homes or safe community locations (hospital, overnight shelter, transitional housing). You will collaborate with co-workers, supervisors, outside professionals, and others involved in delivering the individual or family&rsquo;s care to meet safety plan needs and action plan goals. As part of a connected, 24/7 regional crisis program, you support care coordination by passing down outreach details and outcomes to our day teams.</div><div><br>
This position is with the Y Social Impact Center, the social services division of the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS), serving around 5,000 youth, young adults, and families every year in communities across King County, Pierce County, and various counties across WA. Through our programs we aim to strengthen young people&rsquo;s ability to develop to their fullest potential through four strategies: reducing risk factors; navigating systems towards successful life transition; establishing stability, safety and wellness in times of crisis; and building competencies and social capital. The Social Impact Center&rsquo;s programs include homelessness prevention, housing, behavioral health, crisis response, foster care licensing, violence prevention, and employment. Since many of the young people we serve have been involved in the foster care, criminal justice, behavioral health, and/or homelessness systems, we truly value relatable lived experience of our staff and those applying for our positions as an asset.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work</b><br>
This is a full-time, overnight position in which staff are dispatched from their homes to various locations in the community. Dispatches arrive through a phone app, so staff need to be able to hear notifications, wake up, and respond in a timely manner with their shift partner. All crisis work is to be done in-person unless the individual/family explicitly requests a telehealth response.</div><div><br>
After Hours teams are scheduled to provide on-call support every night (weekdays and weekends), including holidays. <b>The hours of work are typically from 6/7:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. the following morning. </b>Flexibility is required with some weekend daytime work required as job duties demand.</div><div><br>
This position is part of our CCORS (Children's Crisis Outreach and Response System) Program Regional Expansion. There is the opportunity to support youth, young adults, and families in North and East King County (Bellevue, Bothell, Duval, Issaquah, Kenmore, Woodinville, etc.), South King County (Auburn, Federal Wy, Enumclaw, Maple Valley, etc.) or Central King County (Seattle, Vashon, Eastlake, Capital Hill, etc.).</div><div></div><div><b><br>
What you'll get from working at The Y</b></div><ul><li>
Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household</li><li>
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance</li><li>
Retirement with 12% employer contributions after 2 years of services - see Y Retirement for more information. Other Savings plans available upon hire.</li><li>
Free access to mental health resources</li><li>
Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)</li><li>
Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs. 25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff.</li><li>
Direct care staff in the Social Impact Center receive monthly personal Wellness days in addition to existing PTO and Paid Holiday benefits</li><li><i> Some benefits only available to full-time staff</i></li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Pre-Certified </b><b>Peer</b><b> Counselor</b><b>: Hiring Range: $22.00 &ndash; 25.00/</b><b>hr</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Certified </b><b>Peer </b><b>Counselor</b><b>: Hiring Range: $24.00 &ndash; 27.00/</b><b>hr</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
**</b>Required qualifications listed below</div>
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Provides immediate, intensive crisis outreach services overnight to children, youth, young adults, and families throughout King County and additional coverage as needed.</li><li>
Assists in stabilizing the environment and de-escalating the immediate crisis.</li><li>
Assists in developing a Safety Plan to address the immediate crisis over the next 24 &ndash; 72 hours.</li><li>
Assist youth, young adults, and families in developing self-determination and empowerment skills through self-advocacy.</li><li>
Identifies individual or family stresses, instability and provides appropriate support.</li><li>
Identifies community resources and natural supports and works with the individual or family to effectively navigate resources.</li><li>
Collaborates effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and outside professionals.</li><li>
Provides timely and accurate updates to our crisis dispatcher in real time to support effective crisis response and the safety of teams in the field.</li><li>
Transports individuals to care facilities or safe, alternative community placements as appropriate to support the safety plan.</li><li>
Flexes schedule to support other regions to meet the needs of our program and community.</li><li>
Maintains a working knowledge of current trends and developments in behavioral health.</li><li>
Completes required documentation within program deadlines.</li><li>
Reports all critical incidents and adheres to YMCA program rules and procedures.</li><li><i>Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</i></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Code of Conduct for Applicants</div><div></div><div><b><br>
All employees and volunteers </b><b>are responsible for</b><b> adhering to abuse prevention policies, </b><b>maintaining</b><b> </b><b>appropriate boundaries</b><b>, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and </b><b>complying with</b><b> mandated reporting requirements.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, </b><b>supervised</b><b> and held accountable to the organization&rsquo;s </b><b>abuse</b><b> risk management standards.</b></div>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Minimum age of 21 years</li><li>
Lived experience in receiving services as a youth, young adult, or parent/guardian in complex,youth-serving systems (juvenile justice, behavioral health, child welfare, special educationpreferred) and is prepared to use that experience in helping others.</li><li>
Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, andskills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team</li><li>
Ability to effectively communicate with others</li><li>
Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively</li><li>
Ability to use a computer and work with Microsoft Windows Outlook and electronic health records data system.</li><li>
Trained in and familiar with recovery model and able to assist youth, young adults, and families in mental or behavioral health crisis.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to engage youth, young adults, and families in safety planning that is culturally- and developmentally appropriate.</li><li>
Knowledge of community services and resources including: support groups, mental health, substance abuse, child welfare, juvenile justice, developmental disabilities, special education programs, etc.</li><li>
Experience with crisis de-escalation and crisis stabilization practices.</li><li>
The following physical and mental abilities are required: frequent lifting or carrying up to 15 pounds, must be able to hear, frequent standing/walking going up and down stairs due to community outreach basis, ability to communicate effectively in person and/or phone, the ability to read, analyze and interpret information, ability to write reports, correspondence and procedures, ability to maintain notes/records, ability to define and solve practical problems, collect data</li><li>
WA State Peer Counselor Certification preferred and required within one year of employment.</li><li>
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalence preferred</li><li>
Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.</li><li>
Current State-approved first aid certification, state-approved CPR certification, BBP (HIV/AIDS) training certification.*</li><li>
Washington State Agency Affiliated Counseling Credential. **</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
P</b><b>re-Certified Peer Counselor</b><b>:</b><br>
<ul><li>WA State Peer Counselor Certification preferred and required within one year of employment.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Certified Peer Counselor</b><b>:</b><br>
<ul><li>WA State Peer Counselor Certification preferred and required within 30 days of employment.</li></ul></div><div><ul><li><br>
Within 30 days of employment or first available training.</li></ul>
**Training and certification can be completed after hire. Start process of training and certification within the first month of hire and full certification as a Peer within 6 months of hire.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Preferred Qualifications:</b><br>
<ul><li>Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).</li><li>Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.</li></ul>
Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.<br>
All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Authorized Driver Preference
</b></div><div>This role has the potential to transport clients as an &ldquo;authorized driver&rdquo; for the YMCA of Greater Seattle (YGS) using an employer-provided vehicle. Driving duties for this role are optional, but preferred.* Driving roles are safety-sensitive. To become an authorized driver, you must be 21+, have possessed a driver's license for at least 3 years, and pass a drug screen that will test for impairing substances (including marijuana) in addition to meeting the driving record standards below:</div><div></div><div><b><br>
YGS Driving Record Standards</b></div><div>
Within the last three (3) years: No more than two (2) vehicle related suspension(s) and/or reinstatement(s). No more than two (2) moving violations and/or accidents. Moving violations include, but are not limited to, the following:</div><ul><li>Speeding</li><li>Improper Lane Change</li><li>Failure to Yield in Right-of-Way</li><li>Failure to Obey Traffic Signal</li><li>Failure to obey Traffic Sign</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Within the last five (5) years: No Major Violations which include, but are not limited to, the following:</div><ul><li>DUI, DWI, OUI, OWI, BUI (Boating), Administrative Per Se, or Refusing to Test</li><li>Driving with an open container of alcohol</li><li>Reckless Driving</li><li>Hit and Run &ndash; property damage only (Incidents involving injury fall under Permanent Disqualification)</li><li>Racing</li><li>Driving with a suspended/revoked license/insurance</li><li>Speeding over 20 mph</li><li>Fleeing and/or eluding police</li><li>Any other felony driving conviction(s)</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Driving records that result in Permanent disqualification from driving duties:</div><ul><li>More than 3 DUI, DWI, OUI, OWI, BUI, Administrative Per Se, or Refusing to Test for entirety of driving history.</li><li>More than 3 Driving with a suspended/revoked license</li><li>Hit and Run resulting in bodily injury or death</li><li>Manslaughter/felony death by motor vehicle</li></ul><div></div><ul><li><br>
Due to state-specific reporting requirements in our driver management system, we are not currently able to enroll California Driver's License holders as Authorized Drivers.</li></ul><div></div><p><b><br>
You'll</b><b> be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:</b></p><ul><li>
Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.</li><li>
Are very adaptable.</li><li>
Have high ownership and strong work ethic.</li><li>
Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.</li><li>
Truly enjoy being of service to people.</li><li>
Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.</li><li>
Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.</li></ul><p><b>
OUR MISSION</b></p><p>
Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.</p><p><b>
OUR VALUES</b></p><ul><li>
Respect</li><li>
Responsibility</li><li>
Honesty</li><li>
Caring</li><li>
Passion for Excellence</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.</p><p><i>
We are a drug &amp; alcohol-free workplace.</i> <i>We </i><i>participate</i><i> in the Federal E-Verify system. </i><b><i>All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check </i></b><b><i>in accordance with</i></b><b><i> Washington's Fair Chance Act. Please download and review the below resources for more information:</i></b></p><p><i>
(</i><i>i</i><i>) The updated 2025 requirements of 49.94.010:</i></p><p>
https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=251099&amp;hashed=1503034877</p><p></p><p><i><br>
(ii) The WA attorney general's Washington fair chance act guide for employers and job applicants:</i></p><p><i>
https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&amp;action=download&amp;id=251100&amp;hashed=74689660</i></p><div></div><div><b><br>
If you need </b><b>assistance</b><b> of any kind with the application process, reach out to </b><b>recruiting@seattleymca.org.</b></div></div>

Overnight Peer Counselor

Sound Behavioral Health

<div>Overview:
<div><b>
Grow your career here!</b></div><div>
Sound Behavioral Health is growing, and we are hiring a certified peer counselor in Auburn, WA! Sound is one of King County&rsquo;s most comprehensive providers of quality mental health and addiction treatment services, supporting our area&rsquo;s most vulnerable populations. A central tenet of our work is Reaching Recovery, an evidence-based clinical care model.</div><div></div><div><br>
Certified peers work alongside professional team members to provide a living example of hope that recovery is possible for others living with disorders. Peers' personal experiences can be a valuable asset to the clinical team. Their first-person knowledge and their stories of recovery enhance and extend services, as well as infuse clients with hope and self-determination.</div><div></div><div><br>
Certified peers provide flexible services that are customized to the needs of the client and that allow the peer to act as a role model of recovery. Certified peer assist professional team members in the delivery of conventional health services and a service model built on principles of mutuality, empowerment, and informality. This person will facilitate family groups multiple times a week to foster a sense of community for our clients.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Schedule: </b>Full-time. Typically Monday-Thursday 10:00am-6:30pm and Friday 9:00am-5:30pm with flexibility to meet the needs of the families we support.</div><div><b>
Location: </b>4238 Auburn Way N Auburn, Washington 98002 United States</div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Accepting Applications until April 23.</i></b></div>
Responsibilities:
<div><b>
GENERAL SUMMARY</b></div><div>
Certified Peer work alongside professional team members to provide a living example of hope that recovery is possible for others living with disorders. Peers' personal experiences can be a valuable asset to the clinical team. Their first-person knowledge and their stories of recovery enhance and extend services, as well as infuse clients with hope and self-determination. Certified Peer provide flexible services that are customized to the needs of the client and that allow the peer to act as a role model of recovery. Certified Peer assist professional team members in the delivery of conventional health services and a service model built on principles of mutuality, empowerment, and informality.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES</b></div><ul><li>
Assists in developing and implementing the recovery plan, including identifying life goals and the steps needed to achieve them.</li><li>
Identifies services and activities that promote recovery and resilience.</li><li>
Supports clients and their families in making their own choices and taking responsibility for their own recovery.</li><li>
Assist clients with navigating the behavioral health and criminal justice systems.</li><li>
Assists clients in building self-advocacy skills and developing coping skills.</li><li>
Assists clients with navigating the mental health and other systems.
</li><li>Assists clients in building and maintaining community living skills and accessing community resources.</li><li>
Assists clients with finding and retaining employment, education, and volunteer work.</li><li>
Assists clients with finding other meaningful activities that promote a sense of purpose, structure, and inclusion in the community.</li><li>
Assists clients to identify strengths, recognize successes, and build hope.</li><li>
Assists in reducing the sense of isolation and helplessness that clients and families often feel.</li><li>
Articulates their own recovery and resilience stories in ways that are relevant to the obstacles faced by clients of mental health services.</li><li>
Utilizes recovery tools and resources in the delivery of services.</li><li>
Facilitates classes and individual plan development.</li></ul><div><b>
KEY WORK RELATIONSHIPS</b></div><div>
Establishes and maintains positive, ethical, and professional working relationships with clinical team members, clients, and outside organizations. Relates to a wide variety of people including members of ethnic and sexual minority populations and is respectful of individual and cultural differences.</div>
Qualifications:
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</b></div><ul><li><div>
High School Diploma, GED or in active pursuit of diploma or GED preferred but not required.</div></li><li><div>
Previous experience working in community behavioral health or lived experience is preferred.</div></li></ul><div><b>
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS</b></div><ul><li>
Follows direction from supervisor and maintains professional boundaries with both clients and team members.</li><li>
Uses personal experience to build empathy and rapport.</li><li>
Validates and provides information, emotional support and encouragement.</li><li>
Understands dual relationships and role conflicts.</li><li>
Maintains confidentiality.</li><li>
Knows when to seek consultation and supervision within the scope of their training.</li></ul><div><b>
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES &amp; REGISTRATIONS</b></div><ul><li><div>
Must be a Certified Peer Counselor, having completed the training, passed the exam and be in possession of the confirmation letter from DSHS/DBHR.</div></li><li><div>
Must be able to obtain a WA State Agency Affiliated Counselor credential within the first 60 days of hire.</div></li><li><div>
Washington State driver's license and insurable driving record required.</div></li><li><div>
Must pass a criminal background check.</div></li></ul><div><b>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS</b></div><div>
To successfully perform the essential duties of this Job, an individual must be able to sit at a desk for four or more hours a day, and use office equipment, including phones and computer keyboards, for four or more hours per day. Individuals must be able to engage vendors, team members, clients and others over the phone and in-person by voice. Regular attendance is an essential function of the Job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities to perform essential Job functions.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER</b></div><div>
The above Job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work performed; it is not intended as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and required skills for the Job. Team members will be required to follow any other Job-related instructions and to perform other duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities necessary to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an &quot;at-will&quot; basis.</div>
Perks at Sound!:
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All Team Members at Sound working 40 hours per week will be eligible for the following benefits:</b></div><ul><li><b>
Medical, Dental &amp; Vision Insurance:</b> Premium 100% paid by Sound for team member and child coverage to age 26, depending on plan selected. Spouse/Domestic Partner coverage available at team<br>
member&rsquo;s cost.</li><li><b>
Life Insurance (2x annual salary + additional $25,000):</b> paid by Sound Long Term Disability Insurance (60% monthly salary): paid by Sound<br>
Retirement Plan: Sound contributes 3% to team member&rsquo;s plan; team<br>
member is 100% vested</li><li><b>
Retirement Plan - 401(k) Plan, pre-tax and/or Roth:</b> team member may contribute to their own plan</li><li><b>
Health Savings Account: </b>Sound contributes $1,133.33 (individual) or $2,266.67 (family) for eligible team members, pro-rated for new hires in first year</li><li><b>
Flexible Spending Accounts:</b> for health care and dependent day care costs (pre-tax)</li><li><b>
EAP:</b> Employee Assistance Plan</li><li><b>
Vacation:</b> 18 days per year, increasing with years of service.</li><li><b>
Holidays:</b> 9 days per year</li><li><b>
Sick Leave:</b> 12 days per year</li><li><b>
Bereavement Leave:</b> for death in the family</li><li><b>
Parking:</b> Free at all Sound sites</li><li><b>
Training:</b> Free in-house professional training and $400 annually + 3 paid days approved off-site training</li><li><b>
Service Award:</b> at 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 &amp; 40 years of service</li></ul><div><b>
Compensation:</b> $25.52 - $26.83 per hour.</div></div><div></div>

Certified Peer Counselor - Child and Family Services

Liberty Resources, Inc.

We are searching for a passionate and motivated Peer Specialist to work in our Oswego Crisis Residence Program.
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Liberty Resources has 4 Crisis Residence locations with 3-8 beds in Syracuse, Oneida, Oswego, and Auburn. The respite homes are community based residential programs that provide a therapeutic environment for adults experiencing a mental health crisis. The program provides Peer Support Services utilizing individuals with a history of lived experience with mental health challenges and a willingness to share their story as well as Crisis Support Staff who have extensive experience in the field. The staff provides services including but not limited to health and wellness coaching, reoccurrence prevention planning, wellness activities, family support, conflict resolution, and referrals and linkage services. The goal is to stabilize crisis to support a guest’s safe return to their community and to provide preventive measures for reducing un-necessary emergency department visits and hospitalizations.
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Our employees have passion around the services they provide and our corporate values of excellence and staff support. We pride ourselves on high quality, integrated, community-based services that meet the evolving needs of our communities. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce that values contributions of all team members and work to recognize cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and how they apply to provision of positive health outcomes.
<br><br>
<b>What We Offer:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Home like setting</li>
<li>Relaxed atmosphere</li>
<li>Variety of work hours</li>
<li>Mentorship/Entry level experience with ability for growth in the agency</li>
<li>Offers Peer Certification hours</li>
</ul>
<b>Peer Specialist Position Summary:</b><br>
The Peer Support Specialist provides support to individuals enrolled in Supportive Crisis Residence who are experiencing challenges in daily life that create risk for an escalation of symptoms that cannot be managed in the individual’s home and community environment. Through the use of Recovery Oriented Services, Harm Reduction, Trauma-Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing and Intentional Peer Support, the Peer Support Specialist will provide guests recovery support, health and wellness coaching, reoccurrence prevention planning, wellness activities, family support, conflict resolution, and any other responsibilities related to the operations of a Supportive Crisis Residence.
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<b>Peer Specialist Job Responsibilities:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Provide required services to guests enrolled in the Supportive Crisis Residence as outlined in 14 NYCRR XIII Part 589, including: assistance in personal care and activities of daily living, peer support, engagement, safety planning, integration of direct care and support services, case management, medication management, and medication monitoring.</li>
<li>Provide peer support in fidelity with the Peer and Recovery-Oriented models of support.</li>
<li>Provide any needed crisis intervention, teach individuals to look at crisis differently and utilize wellness tools to prevent future crises or to decrease the intensity of personal crisis.</li>
<li>Work closely with Health Homes, hospitals and treatment providers through a person centered/self-directed approach to develop an integrated plan of care including mental health, physical health, substance use services, and community supports necessary for individuals to succeed in the community.</li>
<li>Provide advocacy, peer support, referral and linkage services for program guests as needed.</li>
<li>Provide coverage for the program as reflected in staffing plan, including overnights as required.</li>
<li>Completes all required documentation, such as Individual Service Plan, Social Determinants of Health Assessment, Strengths and Needs Assessment, Safety Planning, Daily Progress Notes, and Discharge Summary in timelines in accordance with program standards.</li>
</ul>
<b>Peer Specialist Qualifications:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Work experience in a behavioral health or related setting, preferably using the recovery model with one to two years of personal recovery experience is preferred.</li>
<li>Have personal experience as a recipient of mental health services with a willingness to share personal, practical experience, knowledge, and first-hand insight to benefit program guests.</li>
<li>Certified by the Office of Mental Health (OMH) as a Certified Peer Specialist or willing to complete the certification process within six months of employment.</li>
<li>Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent (GED).</li>
<li>A respect for, compassion and high level of comfort around people experiencing psychiatric crisis.</li>
<li>Ability to utilize critical thinking, problem-solving and de-escalation skills to assist with creating and maintaining an environment that promotes recovery.</li>
</ul>
<b>Peer Specialist Required Skills and Abilities:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>The ability to understand, support and operate from a strength-based recovery-oriented model; display professionalism in all settings; recognize the importance and benefits of relationship-building and collaborating with other service providers;</li>
<li>The ability to solve complex problems using creative solutions and act consistently in a manner that demonstrates dignity and respect for peers,</li>
<li>The ability to de-escalate in times of crisis</li>
</ul>
<b>Hours:</b> Evenings, Weekends, and Overnights
<br><b>Pay Rate:</b> $20-$24/hour depending on certification status
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Liberty Resources is committed to creating a diverse inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Liberty Resources offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.
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Welcome to Wholehearted Health!
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Liberty Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Peer Specialist

New North Citizens Council Inc

<div><p><b>SUMMARY: </b>NNCC&rsquo;s YouthWorks supports youth and young adults ages 14&ndash;24 in achieving success in employment readiness, academics, and career development. As part of this program, the Peer Leader serves as a mentor and role model, working directly with participants to foster personal, social, and educational growth.</p><p>
The Peer Leader facilitates peer-to-peer mentorship by guiding youth through activities such as tutoring, skill-building, job-shadowing preparation, technical support and academic support. This role also offers administrative support for the program, including but not limited to onboarding paperwork and database management. This role encourages participants to build confidence, develop workplace skills, and explore career pathways.</p><p>
Working as part of a collaborative mentoring team, the Peer Leader motivates and supports youth while modeling positive behaviors and leadership. This position is ideal for individuals ages 18&ndash;25 who are passionate about empowering young people and helping them reach their full potential.</p><p><b>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><div><ul><li>
Identify and recruit youth as needed.</li><li>
Ability to develop knowledge of best practices with peers and an ability to develop a rapport with peers required.</li><li>
Plan and implement program activities that include educational workshops appropriate to program academic goals and age of youth.</li><li>
Able to initiate, make decisions, identify &amp; implement solutions, and required documentation in an appropriate, effective and timely manner.</li><li>
Demonstrates good listening skills by paying attention to and demonstrating understanding of the comments and questions of others.</li><li>
Participates in agency projects.</li><li>
Interacts with all staff and community professionally, effectively and appropriately.</li><li>
Shows awareness of and respect for multicultural, ethnic, race and gender diversity among all individuals involved in the Agency including recipients of services, residents, staff, other agencies, etc.</li><li>
A valid driver&rsquo;s license and reliable transportation to visit job sites is preferred.</li><li>
Will provide mentorship and supervision to youth at their respective job sites.</li><li>
Will conduct other tasks as assigned by supervisor.</li></ul><p><b>
Experince:</b></p><p>
Previous experience with YouthWorks and/ or working with youth, a valid driver's license, and access to a vehicle preferred.</p></div></div>

Peer Leader

Cape Cod Community College

<div><b>Location: </b>West Barnstable, MA <b>Category: </b>Other <b>Job Type: </b>Part-time <b>Posted On: </b>Tue Apr 21 2026 <b>Job Description:</b><br>
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<p><b>GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p>
<p>This role involves supervision and coordination of Technology Peer Mentors, current students who guide their peers in using campus technologies. During the semester, Tech Peer Mentors are available for walk-in help at their service point in the Wilkens Library Learning Commons. Tech Peers are also embedded in some classes that require additional technology support. Prior to the start of Fall and Spring semesters, Technology Peer Mentors lead and staff student Technology Orientations. The Tech Peer Mentor Coordinator will also recruit, hire, and train students as Tech Peer Mentors, update Technology Orientation curriculum and Moodle page in coordination with Student Engagement, IT, and the TLC, and attend student technology orientations, assisting the Tech Peer Mentors in delivering the material, as needed. The Tech Peer Mentor Coordinator will also work with the Academic Support Coordinator to integrate Tech Peer Mentor operations with Academic Support Services.</p>
<p><b>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:</b></p>
<ul><li>Train, supervise, and evaluate Tech Peer Mentors in accordance with Academic Support Services and college standards.</li><li>
Schedule staffing for the Tech Peer Mentor service point each semester.</li><li>
Assist students in using campus technologies.</li><li>
Assist students in using other academic support resources in person and online.</li><li>
Consults with the Academic Support Coordinator, faculty advisors, and support staff regarding academic support services.</li><li>
Communicate in person and remotely with the O'Neill Center for Disability Services staff, as necessary.</li><li>
Contributes to the assessment of the effectiveness of learning support services.</li><li>
Participates in staff meetings and training.</li></ul><br>
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Job Requirements:</b><p><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b>:</p>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree.</li><li>
Familiarity with cloud-based file management systems (Google Docs, Office365, etc.).</li><li>
Familiarity with learning management systems (Blackboard, Moodle, etc.).</li><li>
Familiarity and experience with instructional technologies.</li><li>
Experience in training or teaching groups.</li><li>
Supervisory experience.</li></ul>
<p><b>ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p>
<ul><li>Experience working with students with limited English proficiency and students in developmental education classes.</li><li>
Experience working in a community college environment with diverse populations, especially underprepared, disadvantaged, and non-traditional students.</li><li>
Experience teaching at the secondary or post-secondary level.</li><li>
Experience tutoring at the secondary or post-secondary level.</li><li>
Experience designing and implementing training curriculum.</li></ul>
<p><b><i>Equivalency Statement</i></b></p>
<p>Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to upload a separate statement to define precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.</p><b><br>
Additional Information:</b><p><b><br>
COMPENSATION</b>: Anticipated starting pay rate $36.55/hour (Interval 1) for 18 hours/week. This is a year-round part-time, non-benefited MCCC Unit position. It is funded 100% from U.S. Department of Education Title III, Part A Strengthening Institutions Program grant (# P031A230075) and is contingent upon the continued availability of federal grant funding through September 30, 2028.
</p><p><b>APPLICATION DEADLINE:</b> Immediate need; applications will be reviewed upon receipt.</p>
<p>Please visit our website at www.capecod.edu for information on Cape Cod Community College.</p>
<p><b><i>This appointment is subject to the FY2026/27 budget appropriations.</i></b></p>
<p><i>Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information), publicly accessible Massachusetts CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and national background checks.</i></p>
<p><b><i>The College cannot consider applicants who do not have the ability to work in the United States without assistance from the employer.</i></b></p>
<p><i>Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and College policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action/Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.</i></p></div>

Technology Peer Mentor Coordinator - Cape Cod Community College

Pinnacle Treatment Centers

<div><p><b>Counselor</b></p>
<p><b>
Full-time (M-F from 5am - 1:30 pm)</b></p>
<p><b>
Pinnacle&rsquo;s Voice: A Tale of Transformation &amp; Recovery</b></p><br>
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<p><b>
&ldquo;I found myself like a lot of people in a position I never thought I would be in. I needed help bad&hellip; It all started with a call&hellip; one of the easiest and hardest things I&rsquo;ve ever done. Every day I wake up and think how good it feels and how lucky I am to have found this place.&rdquo;</b></p>
<ul><li><b>Patient, Pinnacle Treatment Centers</b></li></ul>
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About Us:</b> Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a leading provider of comprehensive addiction treatment services, committed to transforming lives through compassionate care. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, focusing on the holistic well-being of our patients, and treating our teammates with the same level of individualized compassion and empathy. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both our patients and our dedicated team of professionals. Pinnacle transforms the lives of more than 35,000 individuals daily resulting in a network of care spanning across the country.</p>
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Position Overview:</b> As a Counselor, you will play a crucial role in the recovery journey of our patients. Pinnacle&rsquo;s unique approach combines compassionate care with innovative treatment methods to address the diverse needs of individuals seeking help for substance use disorders. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.</p>
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Teammate Appreciation Benefits:</b> At Pinnacle Treatment Centers, we value our teammates and offer a variety of benefits to support their personal and professional growth.</p>
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1. <b>Variable Pay Structure:</b> Competitive compensation based on experience, education, and licensure.</p>
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2. <b>Defined Career Pathing:</b> Clear advancement opportunities through our Counselor Tier Program, designed to reward achievement in education, licensure, and credentials.</p>
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3. <b>Bonus Incentives:</b> Recognizing and rewarding quality patient care with monthly performance-based bonuses.</p>
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4.<b> STAR LRP Eligibility:</b> 90% of our facilities are eligible for the Student Loan Repayment Program. This federal program selects applicants to forgive 100% of their student loans.</p>
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5. <b>Continuing Education:</b> Free access to over 600 CEU courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.</p>
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6. <b>Paid Time Off:</b> 18 days of PTO, sick leave, and 8 paid holidays to maintain a healthy work-life balance.</p>
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7.<b> Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives:</b> Be part of a workforce that reflects the diversity of our patient population.</p>
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8. <b>Free Clinical Supervision:</b> Available based on licensure and availability to support your professional growth.</p>
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Key Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Provides orientation to new patients to the programs&rsquo; rules, policies, procedures, and patients' rights.</li>
<li>Conduct Intakes, Discharge Planning, Initial Assessments, and Initial Treatment Plans professionally and within time guidelines as required by applicable federal and state regulation, CARF guidelines and Pinnacle Policies.</li>
<li>Involve patients in the assessment, treatment planning, and intervention aspects of treatment, which provides the patient with a sense of entitlement to their own recovery.</li>
<li>Administer the biopsychosocial assessment, which evaluates all areas of patients' lives, including their addictions, medical and mental health history, socioeconomics, legal, etc. at intake and on an ongoing basis.</li>
<li>Recognize and utilize patients&rsquo; Strengths, Needs, Ability, and Preferences (SNAP), to develop and implement individualized Treatment Plans that effectively help patients to meet their short &amp; long-term goals. &bull; Determine the clinical necessity of counseling services based on the clinical assessment and evaluation of the patients.</li>
<li>Monitor closely, and document any change of circumstances with the patients, especially as it relates to matters that may affect their recovery, identifying and addressing relapse indicators to promote relapse prevention interventions in an early stage.</li>
<li>Comply with and implement the Medical Q.A (Quality Assurance) and Clinical Risk Management Policies, including:
<ul><li>Evaluate the patients for any high-risk conditions (e.g., liver failure, pregnancy, overdose, bipolar, schizophrenia, etc.), which may endanger the patient (suicidal) or other parties (homicidal).</li>
<li>Administer the BAM-R, C-SSRS, GAD-7, and PHQ-9 screening tools to determine the severity of the patient's mental/emotional status.</li>
<li>Evaluate the risk factors concerning each such case, considering the appropriateness of, and professionalism in treating such individuals in an OTP in comparison to treatment in a residential facility or other treatment modalities.</li>
<li>Review and ask about other practitioners' involvement in the treatment of these high-risk conditions. Recommend immediate referral to such a specialist in case of need. Request the patient sign a waiver for release of information which will allow communication with the other practitioner in case of need (e.g., deterioration of the patient&rsquo;s condition).</li>
<li>Flag high-risk patients to the Medical Directors, Physician Extenders, and Regional Clinical Leadership (RCL) and highlight the conditions concerned.</li>
<li>Refer such patients to the Medical Directors, Physician Extenders or RCLs (Regional Clinical Leadership) based on the urgency, utilizing the informal Referral Policy or the scheduled Treatment Team/Case Conference session.</li>
<li>Review physician notes, following the Medical Directors or Physician Extenders&rsquo; session with the patient, verifying that they noted and addressed the high-risk factor, or otherwise bring it immediately to the attention of the supervising counselor, as well as the clinic manager, until the matter&rsquo;s proper and professional handling by the physician or physician extender.</li>
<li>Advise, in writing, other staff members (including the clinic manager, supervising counselor, dispensing nurse and front office) of high-risk patients and their condition. Maintain and circulate minutes from treatment team/case conference sessions to the other staff members.</li>
</ul></li><li>Provide professional counseling and referral services by:
<ul><li>Addressing patients&rsquo; clinical and special needs by maintaining referrals to specialized (&ldquo;second tier&rdquo;) services rendered by physicians, physician extenders and counselors within Aegis, as well as referrals to Keys to Recovery (or other twelve-step) support groups, and other community resources (e.g., agencies and practitioners outside of Aegis), acting as a liaison to these agencies, as necessary.</li>
<li>Providing individual and group counseling as clinically necessary, to address the problem issues identified in the Initial Assessment and Treatment Plans. The counseling service will include protocols for the treatment of Relapse Prevention, Peer Pressure, Anger Management, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Family Preservation, Vocational Rehabilitation, etc.</li>
<li>Utilizing advanced counseling techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, etc.</li>
<li>Scheduling regular counseling sessions with patients; issue patient appointment cards and record scheduled or rescheduled sessions in EHR scheduler.</li>
<li>Documenting counseling entries, including signature and date, as required by applicable federal and state regulations, CARF guidelines and Pinnacle policies.</li>
<li>Engaging in Community Relations and Outreach efforts.</li>
<li>Attending all recommended training including Physician Training of Counselors, RCL training, and case conferences with the program physicians and physician assistants.</li>
<li>Collecting research data when requested.</li>
<li>Observing the collection of patients&rsquo; urine samples when required</li>
<li>Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.</li>
</ul></li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Qualifications:</b></p>
<p><b>
Counselor I: $20/hour to $21/hour</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Possess an associate degree in relevant field and has the registration/credentials necessary to provide counseling services to our patient population.
 <ul><li>Kern County requires a bachelor&rsquo;s degree or High school diploma/GED with 75% certification education.</li>
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</li></ul><p><b><i>Preferred</i></b></p>
<ul>
<li>Possess a bachelor's degree or higher</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Counselor II: $21/hour to $24/hour</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Possess an associate degree in a relevant field or a majority of approved counselor certification courses, license, or certification necessary to provide counseling services to our patient population. Kern County requires a bachelor's degree or 75% of required counselor certification courses)</li>
<li>Possess counselor registration/certification by a &ldquo;Certifying Organization: recognized by the Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs. Proof of registration is required immediately once employed with a California Alcohol and Drug Program certifying body. Employees must be registered prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).</li>
<li>2-5 years of experience OR Master level</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Counselor III: $24/hour to $27/hour (Certified) &amp; $27/hour - $30/hour (Licensed)</b></p>
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<li>Degrees must include being licensed, licensed eligible, or certified. Clinical skills must be effective in complex cases. Along with the below:</li>
<li>Possess certification as an Alcohol and Other Drug Counselor with a CA approved certification agency or current credentials as licensed or license-eligible with the Board of Behavioral Sciences or the Board of Psychology. If license-eligible, must maintain the Board&rsquo;s requirements to be able to practice including receiving the necessary amount of clinical supervision by a Board approved supervisor.</li>
<li>Proof of licensure or certification by a State approved regulatory agency is required immediately once employed. Employees must be credentialed prior to providing any counseling services per the DHCS (Department of Health Care Services).</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Join our Team &amp; Start Saving Lives Today</b></p>
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INDCA123</b></p></div>

Counselor

Children And Families First Delaware Inc

<div>Description:
<p>
The Counselor I is responsible for providing assessment, prevention, and crisis intervention through home-based and family focused support services. The Counselor I maintains a flexible, organized and efficient work schedule and is subject to work more than a normal work day and be on-call to facilitate program services.</p><p><b>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b> include the following. Other duties may be assigned.</p><ul><li>
Adhere to an evidenced-based social work model, principles and practices.</li><li>
Carry and manage up to 15 cases.</li><li>
Conduct initial intake with client and family/guardian.</li><li>
Provide home based services (ie. assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, advocacy, and referral) to clients and families.</li><li>
Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients and families through ongoing engagement strategies.</li><li>
Provide after hours on-call coverage on a rotating basis.</li><li>
Testify at court hearings as necessary.</li><li>
Participate in regular peer review, individual supervision, and case consultation as appropriate.</li><li>
Establish and maintain professional, collaborative relationships with the agency, community, and key stakeholders.</li><li>
Maintain timely documentation in agency database system (ie. assessments, service plans, safety plans, case notes, discharge plans) and other required records in accordance with agency, state accreditation, and other requirements, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Plan, design, and present educational programs as appropriate.</li><li>
Supervise students as assigned.</li><li>
Participation in the PQ Process.</li><li>
Maintain agency standards regarding confidentiality, quality, and productivity.</li><li>
Transport clients as needed utilizing company vehicles.</li><li>
Serve on staff committees as assigned and/or approved.</li></ul><p>
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE</p><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in social work, human services or related degree with 2-3 years of related experience, preferred, Associate&rsquo;s degree in human services or related degree with 2-3 years of related experience, required.</p><p><b>
Benefits include:</b></p><ul><li>
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance</li><li>
401 (k) plan with matching</li><li>
Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance</li><li>
Education and Training Benefits, such as tuition assistance, clinical licensure assistance</li><li>
Perk's Plus, Employee Wellness Benefits</li><li>
Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holiday Pay</li><li>
Milage Reimbursement, and access to an agency vehicle</li></ul>
Requirements:
<p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><p>
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><ul><li>Demonstrated ability to engage effectively and respectfully with a diverse service population.</li><li>Prior professional or academic experience in child welfare, family services, or community-based organizations.</li><li>Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Previous experience working with specific age groups (e.g., children or adolescents) as required by the program.</li><li>Flexibility to adjust work assignments and schedules, including evenings and weekends, to meet client needs.</li><li>Willingness and ability to travel within the assigned county and statewide.</li><li>Must possess and maintain a valid driver&rsquo;s license that meets agency insurance requirements.</li><li>A consistent commitment to safe driving practices.</li></ul><p>
EOE</p></div>

Child Welfare Case Worker

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