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Acceptable documentation includes a Tribal Enrollment card, a letter from your Tribe stating your enrollment, or BIA 4432 and/or DD214.***\nPosition Summary:\nProvides support services to peers participating in behavioral health treatment services by serving as an advocate and drawing on lived experiences to inspire hope and support clients’ recovery in an outpatient setting. Participates as a team member in a fully integrated behavioral health program and serves as a role model in recovery and self-management. Adheres to HIPAA and confidentiality requirements. Honors and represents the mission, vision, and values of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe (CIT) and the Health and Human Services (HHS) department.\nThis list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.\nEssential Duties & Responsibilities:\nAssists clients in identifying, articulating, and creating recovery goals through the use of 1-1 consultations and participation in group treatment sessions; works with clients in developing individualized wellness and recovery plans with the skills, strengths, supports, and resources needed according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.\nConnects clients with in-house and external resources that contribute to the realization of the client’s treatment plans and goals.\nAdvocates for clients in accessing resources necessary for the realization of their treatment goals.\nAssists clients in locating, joining, and sustaining participation in mutual support groups.\nTeaches problem-solving techniques, coping strategies, and skills for overcoming fears and combating negative self-talk with individuals and groups.\nFacilitates recovery sessions and shares personal experiences, as appropriate, that demonstrate how they have directed their own recovery, overcome obstacles, and navigated barriers.\nSupports clients’ vocational choices and assists with identifying and preparing for jobs that match their strengths.\nWorks with clients in building social skills and connections within the community.\nProvides transportation for clients to appointments, resources, and meetings as needed, ensuring access to services, community support, and recovery resources when peer support is indicated.\nHelps clients obtain affordable housing and advocate for any effective recovery-based services that will be useful in daily living; assists clients in navigating state and government support systems.\nEffectively monitors engagement and manages caseloads; completes required documentation promptly for all client contacts and the treatment/recovery plans, according to established policies and procedures.\nPrepares current patient progress reports and completion notices and provides them to the courts, probation departments, DCFS, and referral sources as appropriate.\nMaintains professional and technical knowledge by participating in training as required for certification or directed by program leadership.\nAdapts to changes in safety protocols and procedures. \nWorks collaboratively in a team environment to achieve shared goals. Assists with data collection and reporting as requested.\nPerforms other duties as assigned with training provided.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\nKnowledge of traditional forms of government and tribal customs and traditions.\nKnowledge of patient needs assessment and plan of care procedures.\nKnowledge of patient outreach services and activities. Knowledge and general understanding of clinical counseling principles, behavioral health programs, and methodology.\nSkill in completing documentation specific to the role of Peer Support Specialists.\nAbility to utilize ethical decision-making and be conscious of the safety of self and others in all work settings.\nAbility to develop and provide presentations related to peer support services and/or behavioral health and recovery services.\nAbility to evaluate the client's progress and modify the plan for services when needed.\nAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.\nAbility to approach all interactions with courtesy and respect.\nAbility to build rapport quickly and effectively with clients and their families. \nAbility to integrate training and experience to identify potentially unsafe situations and support de-escalation.\nAbility to establish and maintain professional relationships and contribute to the creation of an inclusive environment.\nAbility to track and contribute data for program and grant reporting purposes.\nAbility to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.\nAbility to be adaptive and flexible in a dynamic environment.\nQualifications\nMinimum Qualifications:\nHolds an active Washington State Health Care Authority Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) certification. Please note that we are not hiring Trainees at this time.\nSelf-identify as a person with lived experience with mental health or substance use services.\nOne year of recovery coaching experience.\nMust be 18 years of age or older.\nObtain and maintain an Agency Affiliated Counselor credential through the Washington State Department of Health.\nExperience working within American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities preferred.\nA valid driver’s license is required when driving vehicles for work-related purposes. Employees must provide proof of car insurance and have access to a reliable vehicle.\nMust be able to successfully pass a background screening/investigation according to the established requirements below.\nTribal preference in accordance with Cowlitz Indian Tribe Code and CIT Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook shall apply to all positions. All positions are required to adhere to CIT’s established safety policies regarding vaccine requirements and personal protective equipment (PPE).\nBackground Investigation Requirements:\nPre-employment drug screen.\nReference checks, education and employment verification.\nFederal, state, and/or tribal criminal history and sanction checks including fingerprint verification.\nHas not been found guilty of, charged with, received a deferred sentence, received a conditional discharge of, or entered a plea of not contest to, or entered a plea of guilty to any one felony or misdemeanor crimes of violence, sexual assault, molestation, exploitation or sexual contact; prostitution; or crimes committed against person(s) or children.\nPhysical Demands:\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and communicate effectively. The employee occasionally is required to move throughout the facility and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to lift to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and clarity of vision at long distance.\nWork Environment:\nWork is generally performed in an office/clinical setting with a moderate noise level. Employees may be exposed to bodily fluids, blood-borne pathogens, and infectious diseases. Situations occur where PPE (personal protective equipment) is needed. Overnight travel and/or evening and/or weekend work may be required. 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