Peer Support Specialist - Veterans Grant and Per Diem

Peer Support Specialist
- Veterans Grant and Per Diem

This position supports formerly homeless Veterans who participate in the Veterans Grant & Per Diem transitional housing program. The Peer Support Specialist will work closely with clients, case managers, as well as other service providers to coordinate services and ensure ongoing support of program participants as they work toward the program goals. The Peer Support Specialist will act to support the stability of individuals within the program, is familiar with resources for Veterans such as benefits and entitlements, alcohol and drug treatment, mental health treatment, and housing.

The Peer Support Specialist can be effective working independently, as a member of a team, and as a part of a larger coalition.

Schedule:

Sunday
- Thursday, 8:00am - 4:30pm (Friday & Saturday Off)

Location:

Katherine Gray (1115 SW 11th Ave. Portland, OR 97205)

Compensation: $25.05 - $33.24/hr

* Final comp will be determined based on relevant experience, education, credentials/licensure, and internal equity. External candidates:
Offer max is $29.07/hr per our Union contract.

AFSCME Union This role is a Union Represented position through;
American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). You can find more information about your representation here (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). This position could be subject to Recall Rights:
This applies to employees who were previously laid off from a CCC union-represented position. The previous employee may have recall rights to be considered for rehire before internal or external candidates are considered.

Seniority Bid Window Opens: 6/29/2026

Seniority Bid Window Closes: 7/08/2026

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School, GED or demonstrated ability to read and write at a sufficient level.
• Registered with MHACBO as Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) OR Certified Peer Support Specialist (PSS) AND registered with Traditional Health Workers Registry.
• Must not actively be on parole or probation.
• Must possess a current driver's license, pass a DMV background check and be designated an "acceptable" driver as outlined in Central City Concern's Fleet Safety Policy. Must pass an initial drivers training within 60 days of being an approved driver and continued recertification training.
• Knowledge of veteran specific services available in the local area.
• Ability to adhere to Central City Concern's drug-free workplace which encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.
• Flexible work schedule required, including some evening and weekend work.
• Will be required to carry an agency cell phone for work use. Cell phone will be provided by Central City Concern.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects and able to climb stairs several times a day with no or reasonable accommodation.
• Must adhere to agency's non-discrimination policies.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients who have diverse ethnic or cultural backgrounds, religious views, political affiliations, lifestyles and sexual orientation and treat each person with respect and dignity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Veterans in working toward the program goals of income enhancement, seeking permanent housing, and developing self-sufficiency.
• Exemplify recovery and self-sufficiency principles in order to show by example that self-reliance in a clean and sober setting is possible and attainable. Share your own recovery and self-sufficiency story as appropriate.
• Work with peers on specific objectives in conjunction with their case manager and the Veteran's Individual Service Plan.
• Attend and positively participate in required team, agency, and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Coordinate and consult with other team members to keep team informed of issues and progress of each Veteran.
• Collaborate with community resource agencies to remove barriers, provide intervention and make referrals for issues facing Veterans in a variety of areas.
• Educate Veteran about employment assistance options, service/non-service connected and social security benefits, and community engagement opportunities.
• Document all peer contact at time of service.
• Provide ongoing individual support and encouragement to Veterans and give feedback regarding Quarterly Reviews Plans.
• Work with internal and VA service providers to assure coordinated and streamlined services.
• Support clients in achieving housing stability, including, but not limited to assistance with moving in, obtaining linens, dishes, food boxes, and clothing.
• Support clients in establishing community integration, including, but not limited to accessing recovery meetings, faith-based support, clean and sober recreation, etc., in their neighborhoods.
• Facilitate activity…