SUD Peer Support Specialist FTE

SUD Peer Support Specialist at Providence St.Vincent Medical Center is 1.0 FTE full time position working during weekdays and weekends on a day shift.

The Peer Support Specialist will be an essential part of the Behavioral Health Team. Provides telephonic and in person support and assistance with connection to outpatient behavioral health, substance use and other community services to patients who have recently discharged from the hospital.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Oregon Regional Shared Services and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

• In compliance with company policy and state regulations, a Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check may be required upon hire.
• Driving may be necessary as part of this role. Caregivers are required to comply with all state laws and requirements for driving. Caregivers will be expected to provide proof of driver license and auto insurance upon request. See policy for additional information.
• Within 30 days of hire:
  Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Within 30 days of hire:
  Traditional Health Worker (THW) Certification in the state of Oregon as a peer in one of the following:
  • PSS:
  Peer Support Specialist - Adult Mental Health, Adult Addiction, Family Support, Youth Support
  • PWS:
  Peer Wellness Specialist - Adult Mental Health, Adult Addiction, Family Support, Youth Support
• Within 30 days of hire:
  Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Peer Support Specialist Only:
  • Certified Recovery Mentor
• 1 year
  - Providing peer support services.
• SUD only: 1 yearof experience working with people with substance use disorders.

• Within 60 days of hire:
  Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Peer Support Specialist Only: CADC I (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor)
• Experience working with patients with chronic, acute and contingent crisis.

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