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Certified Peer Support Specialist - Auburn at We Care Daily Clinics | LAYIQ

Position Summary:

Certified Peer Support Specialists (CPSS) are individuals with lived experience in behavioral health recovery who are certified by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) to provide peer support services. CPSSs use their lived experience to support others in finding their own path to wellness and recovery. They provide non-clinical, person-centered support in alignment with DOH guidelines, emphasizing mutuality, empowerment, and recovery-oriented systems of care.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Build recovery-oriented relationships using mutual respect, trust, and lived experience
Support members in articulating personal goals for recovery and wellness
Provide trauma-informed, culturally relevant, and non-judgmental peer support
Facilitate or co-facilitate recovery groups, education sessions, or engagement activities
Offer harm-reduction resources, information, and linkage to services
Document services provided in a timely, accurate, and ethical manner
Maintain peer role boundaries and uphold the DOH Code of Ethics for Certified Peer Counselors
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and represent the voice of lived experience
Advocate for the member internally and externally

Minimum Qualifications:

WA State Certified Peer Support Specialist credential (required)
CPC Certification
Self-identified as a person in recovery from a mental health and/or substance use condition and/or have a family member who has experienced mental health and/or substance use condition
Commitment to recovery values including self-determination, peer support, and empowerment
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively and model professional boundaries

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in clinic, outreach, housing, or group settings
Familiarity with harm reduction and trauma-informed care principles
Working as a peer support specialist 1000 hours
Why Join Us?
Impactful Work: Play a key role in maintaining safe, functional, and welcoming healthcare spaces for our community!
Career Growth: Learn and develop your skills while making a tangible difference!
Total Comp at We Care: Quarterly bonus plan launching in Q4, earn 8–16% of your quarterly pay for hitting key targets. Plus, the Tribe usually offers annual COLA adjustments (not guaranteed). Big impact, big rewards!
Exciting Environment: No two days are the same – take on new challenges every day!
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
We Care Daily Clinics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need—without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws.
Tribal Preference Statement
We Care Daily Clinics is proud to support and honor Tribal sovereignty and self-determination. American Indian and Alaska Native applicants will be given preference in hiring, in accordance with applicable Tribal and federal laws.

Certified Peer Support Specialist - Auburn

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