Support specialist Job at Tillamook Family Counseling Center, Tillamook, OR

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  • Tillamook Family Counseling Center
  • Tillamook, OR

Job Description

Meets criteria as a Peer Support Specialist according to OAR 410-180-0305 (12) and (13) (a) and provides recovery and support services to agency consumers under supervision of the Clinical Director and the Prime + OR the ACT Team Supervisor. The Peer Support Specialist support services to agency consumers. The Peer Support Specialist draws on their own personal experiences to motivate and assist clients to act on their own behalf and to support their own self-directed recovery.


Duties and Responsibilities


  • Work within a multi-disciplinary team, in accordance with each client’s individualized treatment plan, to assist individuals in accessing resources, addressing barriers related to their mental health, developing perspectives and skills that promote recovery.
  • Provide practical help, mentoring, advocacy, coordination, one-on-one individualized support, coaching, problem solving and direct assistance, as needed. Assist clients in developing and using natural support, including but not limited to community self-help groups.
  • Promote and model self-advocacy and independent living skills for clients, individually and in group settings.
  • Share own experiences in appropriate ways, keeping boundaries and forming appropriate paraprofessional relationships with clients.
  • Document client progress in agency’s Electronic Medical Record in a professional and timely manner.
  • Manage administrative tasks and documentation pertaining to that program. Serve as the Peer Support Specialist to that program and assist people in obtaining housing.
  • Meet regularly with clinical supervisor and/or ACT Supervisor to review job activities, expectations, client progress and concerns.
  • Attend agency meetings, as required.

Qualifications


Required Education and Experience

  • High School graduate
  • Have, or have the ability to obtain within 2 months of hire, Peer Support Specialist certification from state approved program
  • Be self-identified recipient of mental health services who embraces the philosophy of resilience and recovery

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Bilingual – Spanish
  • Experience with electronic medical system

Competencies

  • Organization skills
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to manage time effectively
  • Computer skills and Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a multi-disciplinary team and maintain role clarity

Working Conditions


This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

Physical Requirements


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Position Requirements


Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. Days and hours of work are variable, but generally 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. as well as on-call shifts on a rotating basis. This position may require longer working hours if necessary.


Why Join Us
:
We offer more than just a job – we offer a purpose-driven career. As a Crisis Clinician, you’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values innovation, empathy, and personal growth. You’ll have access to training, resources, and opportunities for career advancement, all while making a profound difference in the lives of individuals and the community. We offer a very competitive benefit package with full medical, vision & dental for you and your dependents. We also have a fantastic retirement plan. We contribute 9% equivalent of your salary, and you are vested at 6 months. You have the option to contribute if you desire. We now also offer group pet insurance for our employee's furry family members.

If you're ready to use your expertise to be a guiding light for those in crisis, we want to hear from you. Join us in making mental health support accessible, impactful, and life changing.


IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLYING:

If you are interested in this position, please apply online at Be sure to download and complete the application form found on and upload with your resume. Any questions, please visit us online at or contact us at jobs@tfcc.org


Tillamook Family Counseling Center is a drug free workplace and equal opportunity employer.

Job Tags

Full time, Rotating shift,

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