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Northeast Washington Alliance Counseling Services Substance Use Disorder - Certified Peer Counselor - Davenport in Davenport, Washington
DUTIES: The Substance Use Disorder - Certified Peer Counselor's primary responsibility is to provide Peer Support Services to clients enrolled in the NEWABH SUD Treatment Program. This includes providing activities that promote recovery, self-advocacy, development of natural supports, and maintenance of community living skills for individuals with substance use disorders; sharing one's own recovery stories that are relevant and helpful in overcoming the obstacles faced by individuals and families; and promoting client independence/ rehabilitation/recovery to prevent homelessness, crises, avoidable inpatient treatment episodes, and other negative outcomes.
* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:* Must have lived experience, defined as a past recipient of substance use disorder treatment services, and be in active recovery for a minimum of 12 full months, and able to provide appropriate Peer Support Services without impairing one's ability to remain in ongoing, stable recovery. Must obtain state certification as a Certified Peer Counselor and Agency Affiliated Counselor-registration within 6-months of hire. High school graduate or GED required. Must have good written & oral communication skills and be able to complete administrative & clinical records. Computer literacy required -- clinical software used. Abstract of driving record for past three years required. Satisfactory criminal history backgrounds check results are a condition of employment.
* SALARY AND BENEFITS:* This is a part-time (0.5 FTE) non-benefited position. The hourly pay range is $25.17 -- $33.79.
*WORK SETTING: * Position located in Davenport, WA in Lincoln County. The agency provides behavioral healthcare treatment services for Stevens, Ferry, and Lincoln Counties. For application or questions, please contact Roberta Brozik at. NEWABH-HR@stevenscountywa.gov
Position open until filled
STEVENS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STEVENS COUNTY IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE