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Certified Peer Counselor (CPC)

Express Care Clinic
place Seattle, 98125
local_atm $23 - $27 an hour
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Coping Skills
Stress
ECT
Individuals
Milieu

About Job

Job Summary
The Peer Counselor plays a vital role in supporting individuals facing challenges related to mental health, addiction, and behavioral health issues. This position involves providing guidance, encouragement, and resources to clients while fostering a supportive environment. The Peer Counselor utilizes personal experience and training to assist clients in navigating their recovery journey and achieving their goals.

Responsibilities

  • Provide one-on-one support and counseling to clients dealing with mental health and addiction issues.
  • Facilitate group sessions and workshops focused on coping strategies, recovery skills, and personal development.
  • Utilize crisis management techniques to assist clients in high-stress situations, ensuring their safety and well-being.
  • Implement crisis intervention strategies as needed to de-escalate situations and provide immediate support.
  • Assist clients in accessing community resources, including behavioral health services, housing assistance, and employment programs.
  • Mentor clients by sharing personal experiences and offering guidance on recovery pathways.
  • Employ motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive behavior change and enhance client engagement.
  • Collaborate with social workers, mental health professionals, and other stakeholders to create comprehensive care plans for clients.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions, progress notes, and treatment plans in accordance with organizational policies.

Skills

  • Strong understanding of crisis management principles and effective crisis intervention strategies.
  • Knowledge of behavioral health systems and resources available for individuals in need of support.
  • Experience in mentoring individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and rapport.
  • Proficiency in motivational interviewing techniques to facilitate client engagement and empowerment.
  • Background in social work or mental health counseling is preferred but not required.
  • Familiarity with addiction counseling practices is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey empathy and understanding.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining a client-centered approach.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Coping Skills
Stress

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Settings

Milieu
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home