Options for Southern Oregon·Medford, Oregon
The Peer Support Specialist provides clinical and administrative services to adult outpatient clients, focusing on mental health education and engagement. They serve as a liaison to community resources to help clients enhance their independent living skills.
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
The Peer Support Specialist works as an active member of the assigned team in an adult outpatient setting, providing a wide range of clinical and administrative services to community partners, Options’ clients, and people seeking services. Utilizes Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) in delivery of client services. Options provides on the job training and supervision for FIT.
Provides education on issues related to mental health and available services, and promotes access and engagement in needed services. Serves as liaison to community resources, and assists Options clients in using these resources to enhance their independent living skills. This position works both in the office and in the community.
High school diploma or equivalent and a general understanding of the population served. Some post-secondary coursework preferred.
Have a history of receiving mental health services and be well-grounded in one’s own recovery, with at least a year since diagnosis preferred. Knowledge and skills sufficient for establishing effective relationships with clients who have a mental illness in order to support them in their own recovery. Competency in recognizing behavioral issues and symptoms of mental illnesses for the purpose of electronic documentation and communication with members of the treatment team.
Must be eligible to become certified as a Peer Support Specialist on the State registry https://traditionalhealthworkerregistry.oregon.gov/ [https://traditionalhealthworkerregistry.oregon.gov/], and attend required trainings for certification when available.
Transports clients to facilitate client-directed services, travels between sites and is required to drive.
Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.
Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to be approved for driving rights. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.
Possess mature attitude and sensitivity to the needs of people who have a chronic mental illness; understanding of HIPAA laws regarding confidentiality of privileged information; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; ability to work independently and with staff as agency needs dictate.
Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Candidates must have a high school diploma, a personal history of mental health recovery, and eligibility for State Peer Support Specialist certification. A valid driver's license and the ability to use electronic health record systems are also required.
Market context
In Oregon, Peer Support Specialist and case management roles are often tied to community mental health and behavioral health services, where employers look for lived recovery experience plus state certification eligibility. Competition can be strong because candidates must combine a high school diploma, a valid Oregon driver’s license, EHR comfort, and the ability to work directly with clients. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification path and documentation before applying.
