Jail Diversion Peer Support Specialist

Center for Human Development, Inc. is seeking a full-time Jail Diversion Peer Support Specialist who will provide peer support to individuals in local county jail. The Peer Support Specialist (PSS) will meet with clients in the community to connect them with services and reduce likelihood of recidivism due to significant mental health symptoms. The PSS will understand and respect each client’s point of view, experience and preferences, and work with other CHD staff to maximize client choice, self-determination and decision making in the planning and delivery of treatment. The Requirements: Must have a history of mental health symptoms and have received therapy services at some point to establish stability. Must be able to complete 40 hour Peer Delivered Services training and register as a Traditional Health Worker- Family Support Partner with The Office of Equity and Inclusion within 90 days of hire. Possess MHACBO certification as a Certified Recovery Mentor preferred or willingness to pursue. CADC I or ability to obtain CADC I within two years of employment. Must possess a valid Oregon Driver’s license and be insurable for client service purposes, travel between business offices, and to attend required meeting and/or trainings. Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200-407-007-0370 and drug screening. Full-time non-exempt position with attractive benefit package that includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, LTD, excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation, Professional Development Plan, paid renewal leaves, annual employee appreciation picnics and dinners, Mental Health Days, gym discounts, and more. The Area: Tired of the rat race? La Grande, Oregon is a small town in Eastern Oregon that offers fresh air, a strong community presence, virtually no traffic, and lots of outdoor recreation in the surrounding Blue Mountains. Enjoy hiking, horseback and mountain bike trails, and ATV access at Mt. Emily Recreation Area, bird watching at Ladd Marsh, picnics along the Grande Ronde River, inland links style golf courses and more. Home of Eastern Oregon University. To apply please visit our website . Cover Letter REQUIRED with application. If you need assistance please call 541-962-8881 or email . CHD is a nonprofit corporation that is recognized statewide as an innovator . Join a team that has the capability to manage their own work and make decisions at the level of service to the customer. The Center for Human Development, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with CHD depends solely on your qualifications.