Peer Support Specialist - Housing and Residential Programs

Do you have lived experience with mental health, addiction recovery, problem gambling recovery, or supporting a family member through recovery? Marion County Health and Human Services Housing and Residential Programs (HARP) is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to use their lived experience to inspire hope, promote recovery, and empower individuals receiving HARP behavioral health housing services. As an essential member of the person-centered housing planning team, you will provide encouragement, advocacy, and practical support while helping individuals build skills, access community resources, and achieve their personal recovery goals. **Key Responsibilities** - Provide peer support, encouragement, and hope to individuals receiving behavioral health services. - Share lived experience appropriately to model recovery, resilience, and self-advocacy. - Assist individuals in developing and achieving personal recovery and wellness goals. - Conduct outreach and engage individuals experiencing barriers to treatment or services. - Connect individuals with community resources including healthcare, housing, transportation, education, employment, and other supports. - Provide skills training focused on self-efficacy, independent living, and building natural supports. - Advocate alongside individuals while helping them develop their own advocacy skills. - Collaborate with clinical staff and community partners to promote person-centered, recovery-oriented care. - Complete required Oregon Health Authority certifications and continuing education. - Complete timely documentation and perform other related duties as assigned. In addition to meaningful work that positively impacts the lives of community members, Marion County offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: - Medical, dental, and vision coverage - Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave - Retirement and deferred compensation plans - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources - Professional development, certification support, and continuing education opportunities **GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES** Provide support, encouragement, and assistance to individuals in care. Positions in this classification promote activities fostering recovery and empowerment by sharing their personal experiences when appropriate and modeling self-help and wellness activities. Act as an advocate who facilitates and connects individuals to services and activities. As a treatment team member, the incumbent will provide expertise, experience, and consultation to encourage a culture where individual points of view and preferences are recognized, respected, and integrated into treatment. **SUPERVISION RECEIVED** Work under the close supervision of a qualified clinical supervisor or designee who assigns work, establishes goals, and reviews the results obtained for overall effectiveness. **SUPERVISION EXERCISED** Supervision and lead work are not responsibilities of this classification. If an appointing authority assigns an employee to a full spectrum of lead worker duties, the county shall compensate the employee as described in the Marion County Personnel Rules. **Support Housing Stability** - Assist young adults with referral to YRAP, as needed. - Support young adults to access affordable housing resources. - Provide supportive navigation, advocacy, information, and coaching during application processes. - Share lived experience regarding housing insecurity, and overcoming barriers, when appropriate. - Minimum monthly check-in with program participants. - Provide education and/or training to assist young adults in acquiring skills that will maintain community stability and independence. - Support young adults to access long-term housing. **Community Linkage** - Provide information to community agencies about YRAP/HARP, including program philosophy, referral process, and availability. - Identify potential program participants who express desire and willingness to increase wel…