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- Increase client awareness of self-help and consumer advocacy groups, acting as a liaison between community resources and such groups.
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- Assist clients in planning and carrying out social and leisure time activities.
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Trueblood Peer Support Specialist - Port Orchard, United States - Kitsap Mental Health Services
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionJail Diversion Peer Support Specialist – Full-time
Hiring Range: $ $24.58 per hour
Benefits:
The Peer Support Specialist for the Jail Diversion Program is responsible for serving program participants currently incarcerated at the Kitsap County Jail, addressing questions of legal competency to proceed to trial. The Specialist draws on personal experiences to validate clients' journeys, providing guidance, empowerment, and practical support. This role advocates for client choice, self-determination, and decision-making in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services.
Primary Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED
EXPERIENCE: Entry level (no prior related work experience)
This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in the state of Washington, and have reliable, insured transportation.
LICENSURE: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration. Completion of the Washington State Mental Health Division's Peer Counselor Training and the subsequent certification as a Peer Counselor within six months of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
EXPERIENCE: Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness.
Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.
