Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation

As someone who successfully managed their own recovery, the Peer Support Specialist provides patients an example of what they can strive for in their recovery.. The Peer Support Specialist is a mediator, facilitator, and cultural broker between the client and other agencies.. The Peer Support Specialist will serve as an advocate to help each client better understand services provided and empathize with their unique and subjective experience and perceptions.. The Peer Support Specialist is to remain in contact with the client until the client is enrolled in services at Yakama Nation Behavioral Health, or an outside agency.. If the client chooses to partner with another agency, the Peer Support Specialist can close out their client's case.

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­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Announcement # 2024-158 Issue Date: 06-12-24 Closing Date: 06-25-24 Peer Support Specialist (2) Two Positions Áwtni Shixwitpamá(Behavioral Health) Department of Tribal Health Hourly Wage; $22.17/Regular/Full-Time The Peer Support Specialist uses their personal experiences to develop meaningful and trusting relationships with patients, acting as a mentor. As someone who successfully managed their own recovery, the Peer Support Specialist provides patients an example of what they can strive for in their recovery. This position will be for an individual who has skills working with individuals with high behavioral health needs. The Peer Support Specialist is a mediator, facilitator, and cultural broker between the client and other agencies. They ensure that each client is heard and their needs are being addressed and met. They are responsible for utilizing their expertise and their lived experience to provide peer support, coaching, resource referrals, and case management in a variety of settings through clinical and support services. The Peer Support Specialist will serve as an advocate to help each client better understand services provided and empathize with their unique and subjective experience and perceptions. Examples of Work Performed: Provide advocacy services to promote a Yakama Nation Behavioral Health and/or client culture-centered in which each individual's point of view, experiences, and preferences are recognized, understood, and respected. In collaboration with the clinical provider, the peer specialists will partner with clients, to help support their engagement and active participation in making informed decisions to drive their treatment process. Attend weekly clinical supervision meeting. Assisting in clinical, emotional and support services as needed. Providing assistance in peer advocacy and interdisciplinary treatments. The Peer Support Specialist is to remain in contact with the client until the client is enrolled in services at Yakama Nation Behavioral Health, or an outside agency. If the client chooses to partner with another agency, the Peer Support Specialist can close out their client's case. If the client remains with the YNBHS the client is to remain on the Peer Support Specialist's caseload until agreed upon by the client, therapist, and the peer support specialist. At minimum, client visits are once per week for up to four (4) hours per day, per client. Seeks weekly supervision from Supervisor, and stays connected to the client's assigned therapist. Facilitates and coordinates a wide range of scheduled activities and outreach activities (i.e., community functions, appointments, schools, homes and/or other locations) to assist clients in exercising control over their own lives and recovery process for themselves. Complete required documentation of services and progress notes, following agency procedures, policies and standards. Provide crisis diversion, as needed. Keep the Badge on hand for use. Complete the QPR training yearly. Actively participates in training and other meetings, whether in or out of office, as requested. Have knowledge of community resources and supports. Be able to share resources and information in a developmentally appropriate way to ensure that clients understand our processes and have access to information regarding their care. Peer Support Specialists link up with various community organizations and resources to provide additional support for patients, particularly as they transition from recovery back into the general community. This can include continued healthcare, housing, job assistance, and additional treatment services as well as support in the task of finding or re-integrating with friends, family, and outside communities. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to write and submit accurate billing data according to the program requirements. Ability to stay organized, assess priorities, take initiative, handle multiple assignments, meet deadlines to develop solutions to problems. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to implement our policy and procedures specific to Self-harm. Knowledge of the Yakama Nation Personnel policies. Knowledge of the YNBHS Risk of Self-harm workflow. Knowledge and proficiency in computer use (Word, excel, Power Point, etc.). Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, supervisors/managers and the public. Ability to meet the public and address problems, issues, and complaints tactfully, courteously and effectively. Punctuality and attendance are essential. Be a person with lived experience as a participant in Behavioral Health Services. Knows how to implement QPR and the use of the Badge. Ability to maintain confidentially. (Required) Minimum Requirements: Associates Degree; must have at least 3 years of experience working with youth and adults. Must have completed or is enrolled in the Washington State Peer certification program (Certified Peer Counselor Licensure). Must meet WAC definition of a consumer. Must meet all the requirements listed under Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations. Washington State Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor Credential. Must maintain an active credential with the State of Washington. Must pass a pre-employment background check. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving permit. Required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

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