Peer Support Specialist - Estate

Peer Support Specialist (Recovery Mentor)

Your lived experience can inspire hope. Your support can change lives. Join CCC and make a difference where it matters most. The Recovery Mentor Specialist will conduct interventions with clients at the Hooper Center and other treatment institutions. The Mentor will escort and provide transportation for clients to initial post Detox treatment episodes, primary care providers, twelve-step meetings, and other outside support meetings.

The Recovery Mentor will work with Hooper Staff and other Treatment Providers for potential referrals. The Mentor will work to prepare clients to continue on the path to self-sufficiency such as employment and stable housing.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:30am- 5:00pm (Saturday & Sunday Off)

Location:

Estate (225 NW Couch St. Portland, OR 97209)

Compensation: $25.05 - $33.24

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: 8/25/2026

Seniority Bid Window Closes: 9/02/2026

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires high school diploma, GED, or demonstrated ability to read and write at a sufficient level.
• Must be registered, prior to start, as a Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) with MHACBO; OR be a certified Peer Support Specialist (or Peer Wellness Specialist) AND be registered as a Traditional Health Worker (THW) on the THW Registry.
• Must possess a current drivers 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 Annual Drivers training and then pass an annual Recertification training. Must maintain vehicle insurance coverage of a minimum of $100,000/$300,000 personal auto liability coverage.
• 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 Ace 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.
• Must generally have the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects and climb stairs, with reasonable or no accommodation.
• Must adhere to agency's non-discrimination policies.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, lifestyles and sexual orientations, and treat individuals with respect and dignity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in outreach efforts to engage prospective clients, including appointments, home visits, and work in the community.
• Develop relationships with organizations, providers, community leaders, and advocacy groups serving a diverse community.
• Connect participants with services and supports.
• Collaborate with treatment team, agency, client's support networks, and community providers to address the needs of clients.
• Assist with screenings, intakes, case plans, discharges, and follow-up calls.
• Escort clients to initial treatment episodes, to primary care provider, and to other providers when appropriate.
• Follow-up with referral resources to determine outcome of intervention and maintain records on their progress.
• Introduce clients to appropriate self-help support and other supportive…