PeerSupportSpecialist-PeerBridger

**Job Description** **Harborview 's ****Mental Health and Addiction Services (HMHAS) department** has an outstanding opportunity for a **Peer Support Specialist – Peer Bridger.** **WORK SCHEDULE** * 40 hours per week * Day Shift * **This position is expected to be a 12 month duration.** **POSITION HIGHLIGHTS** * Model resiliency in overcoming obstacles common to those with mental illness * Serve a wide diverse population of clients, all of whom have clear and persistent mental illness * Help clients reach goals and provide the support needed to accomplish them **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** * Share lived experience to inspire recovery and resilience; support consumers in setting and achieving recovery goals * Provide one-on-one support during and after Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) visits, including transition from inpatient to outpatient care * Build supportive relationships that promote wellness, choice, and hope * Connect consumers to community resources (e.g., healthcare, housing, employment, support groups) and assist with benefits applications * Educate consumers on psychiatric medications and assist with prescription access post-discharge * Collaborate with inpatient/outpatient teams and PES staff to develop individualized transition plans * Teach independent living skills such as budgeting, meal prep, transportation, and community engagement * Attend team meetings, provide coverage for peers, and maintain accurate clinical and billing documentation * Manage records, operate office equipment, and maintain inventory for support services **REQUIREMENTS** High school graduation or equivalent and two years’ experience in a behavioral health organization or consumer/peer run organization; or equivalent education/experience. AND Peer Counselor Certification (Department of Behavioral Health and Recovery) OR Community Health Worker Certification (Department of Health) AND Within 7 days of employment and depending on job requirements: must apply for Agency Af