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Peer Support Specialist

Adult and Teen Challenge PNW
place Bend, 97702
local_atm $19.00 - $22.50 an hour
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Stress
ECT
Individuals
Peer Support
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials

About Job

```Duties```
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  • Participate in outreach efforts to engage clients, including appointments, resource referrals, and work in the community

Provide support and assistance to individuals in need
- Conduct motivational interviewing sessions to help clients set and achieve goals
- Utilize social work techniques to assess client needs and develop appropriate intervention plans
- Serve as a mentor and provide guidance to clients in various areas of their lives
- Offer addiction counseling and support to individuals struggling with substance abuse
- Implement crisis intervention strategies to manage high-stress situations
- Collaborate with other professionals and systems to ensure comprehensive care for clients
- Provide behavioral health services and support to individuals with mental health concerns
- Conduct mental health counseling sessions to address emotional and psychological issues

```Skills```
- Proficient in motivational interviewing techniques
- Strong background in social work principles and practices
- Experience in mentoring individuals and providing guidance
- Knowledge of addiction counseling methods and strategies
- Familiarity with crisis intervention and crisis management techniques
- Understanding of behavioral health principles and practices
- Ability to conduct mental health counseling sessions effectively

This position requires excellent communication skills, empathy, and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others and a strong desire to make a positive impact on individuals' lives.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

  • Bend, OR 97701 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Stress

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Peer Support

Settings

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