Anti-Homelessness Specialist

Peer Support Specialist

The City of Auburn is looking for a talented Peer Support Specialist to add to our team! In this position, you will perform work to support those battling opioid use by removing barriers, providing a holistic approach to recovery, utilizing evidence-based treatment to restore healthy living, and assisting clients to identify and work toward wellness goals while encouraging individuals to take personal responsibility for their recovery and wellness.

In this position, you will...

• Perform crisis stabilization, and advocate for clients by identifying potential resources and partnerships that contribute to the individual's recovery and wellness; makes referrals to appropriate external service providers.
• Act as a liaison between individuals, caregivers, and service providers; follows-up with identified individuals and/or emergency medical contacts and social providers; consults with other agency professionals on difficult cases.
• Effectively use strong interpersonal and communication skills in a tactful, patient, and respectful manner, both orally and in writing, with other City employees, the Mayor, Council, and citizens from various socioeconomic levels; effectively uses standard office practices, processes, procedures, and business etiquette.
• Provide information and assistance to the public and refers to other appropriate governmental agencies.

We are looking for candidates that have:

• Graduation from high school, or equivalent
• Two (2) years of equivalent work-related experience.
• OR a combination of education, experience, and training that indicates the ability to successfully complete the essential elements of the job listed above.
• Required Licenses/Certificates:
• Valid First Aid & CPR certifications (must be obtained within 6 months of hire).

Why choose the City of Auburn?

• Competitive salary with scheduled step increases on an annual basis
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans with employee premiums paid by the City
• Employer contributions to the State Retirement System pension plans
• 11 days of paid vacation per year
• 2 paid floating holidays of your choice per year
• VEBA (tax-free health savings account)
• Optional Flexible Spending benefit plan
• Deferred Compensation plan options
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• and more!

About the City of Auburn:
The City of Auburn was incorporated in 1891, and has since bloomed into a perfect place to live, visit, explore, and play. With over 29.8 square miles of land, two rivers, and two counties, Auburn is home to over 80,000 residents, and hundreds of businesses - ranging from manufacturing to retail.

COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION Team Auburn values diverse perspectives and life experiences, and welcomes applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership. The department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in our community.

The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.