Peer Wellness Specialist

ShelterCare • Eugene, OR • 5h ago

780 State Highway 99 North, Eugene, OR, USA | ShelterCare Medical Recuperation | Hourly | 22.70-22.80 per hour $22.70 - $22.80 per hour | Full Time

| Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 12 paid holidays a year, generous paid time off, pet-friendly work enviornment, paid volunteer hours, wellness stipend, public service loan forgiveness

CHECK OUT SHELTERCARE!

We are looking for a compassionate Peer Wellness Specialist to work in ShelterCare's Medical Respite (SMR) subprogram.

What we offer:

12 paid holidays a year

Generous paid time off

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Pet friendly environment

Paid volunteer hours

Wellness stipend

PSLF - Public Service Loan Forgiveness

The Peer Wellness Specialist is responsible for supporting the program participants of the ShelterCare Medical Respite (SMR) subprogram and helps ensure that all the programs activities, policies and procedures meet the agency's values and mission. Those values include collaboration; person-centered services; result-focused and evidence-based activities; agility and flexibility; integrity and care; a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and trauma-informed care. The Peer Wellness Specialist will activiely participate in the care team planning and case staff meetings; support program participants with connections to providers and care supports; help participants access community resources.

See attached description for full job duties .

The Peer Wellness Specialist is a non-exempt position with a starting wage of $22.70 - $22.80 per hour; based on qualifications.

The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday and it is an on-site position. This position is considered essential and will be required to work holidays as scheduled. If it's a ShelterCare paid holiday, you will receive holiday pay plus pay for your time worked.

ABOUT SHELTERCARE

ShelterCare is a social services agency that is directed by a board of community volunteers . We have multiple programs in the Eugene/Springfield area. We offer a range of housing solutions combined with wraparound services for families and community members who are experiencing homelessness, on the verge of becoming homeless and have a serious mental illness. Because of the variety of services we offer, we are able to help many people in our community.

In addition to making a difference for the vulnerable populations we serve, we offer a fun, positive company culture and opportunities for professional development.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

A current Peer Wellness Specialist certification; must be legally able to drive ShelterCare vehicles and transport participants.

Credentials

Must be registered as a Peer Wellness Specialist with the Oregon Health Authority's Traditional Health Worker Registry

Preferred

Experience working with people who have been homeless and/or have mental health needs.

Essential Skills

Effective communication; negotiation and collaboration; scheduling and time management; leadership; risk management; critical thinking and problem solving; use of technology for email, spreadsheets, documents, etc.; abilitiy to handle confidential material; ability to organize and prioritize work.

Ready to apply? Click the apply now button and submit your resume and references. The whole process takes less than 5 minutes.

We encourage members of marginalized communities to apply for this role.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the desired attributes listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a non-traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our attributes listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.

ShelterCare is a participant in the E-Verify Program

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