Peer Support Specialist *full - time/day

Peer Support Specialist

The Peer Support Specialist will be an essential part of the Behavioral Health Team. Provides telephonic and in person support and assistance with connection to outpatient behavioral health, substance use and other community services to patients who have recently discharged from the hospital. The peer support specialist may work remotely, in the hospital, clinic, in the community, the patient's home and/or telephonically or wherever the patient will need support. Connects people served with available community services while promoting the use of natural supports and existing community relationships.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Oregon Regional Shared Services and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Within 30 days of hire: THW Certification in the state of Oregon as a peer in one of the following:
• PSS: Peer Support Specialist - Adult Mental Health, Adult Addiction, Family Support, Youth Support.
• PWS: Peer Wellness Specialist - Adult Mental Health, Adult Addiction, Family Support, Youth Support.
• Upon request: Driving may be necessary as part of this role. Caregivers are required to comply with all state laws and requirements for driving. Caregivers will be expected to provide proof of driver license and auto insurance upon request.
• Upon hire: In compliance with company policy and state regulations, a Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check may be required.
• Within 30 days of hire: Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Peer Support Specialist Only: Recovery Mentor Certification.
• Within 30 days of hire: American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider.
• 1 year providing peer support services.
• 1 year SUD only: Experience working with people with substance use disorders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Within 60 days of hire: Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Peer Support Specialist Only: CADC I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor).
• Experience working with patients with chronic, acute and contingent crisis.
• SUD only: Knowledge of Medication Assisted Treatment.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.