Peer Support Specialist - Mobile Unit

Location:

Vancouver, WA Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov

Type: Tribal Salary Range: $62,192 to $71,448 / Per Year Open Period: 10/14/2026 to 10/28/2026 Summary: Working for the Cowlitz Indian Tribe (CIT) comes with a competitive compensation package designed to support work-life balance. Employees enjoy separate sick and vacation accruals, comp-time, and 15 paid holidays annually, including an additional paid cultural day. Many full-time employees benefit from premium-free medical plans, fair wages with annual increase opportunities, and a meaningful career serving the Cowlitz people. CIT fosters an engaging and collaborative work environment while offering a robust total compensation package.

Supports patients in their recovery journey by offering empathy, encouragement, and connection to essential resources within a mobile opioid treatment program (OTP) setting. This role utilizes lived experience, or a deep understanding of substance use recovery, to engage patients in a dignified, person-centered manner. The Peer Support Specialist works in community-based and mobile settings to reduce barriers to care, improve engagement, and promote recovery-oriented outcomes. This position adheres to all confidentiality requirements, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and upholds the mission, vision, and values of the organization. More info about area: https://cowlitz.org/ Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov

Duties: • Provides peer-based support, encouragement, and advocacy to patients in recovery. • Builds trusting relationships with patients through shared understanding, respect, and nonjudgmental communication. • Engages patients in services within the mobile unit and community settings to support ongoing participation in treatment. • Assists patients in identifying recovery goals and connecting those goals to available services and supports. • Serves as a recovery role model, demonstrating hope and resilience. • Maintains daily availability to assist patients with accessing critical resources and referrals. • Connects patients to housing, transportation, primary care, behavioral health, and social services. • Coordinates with community agencies, tribal programs, and service providers to support continuity of care. • Maintains a current and comprehensive knowledge of community resources. • Develops and maintains resource guides for use in patient referrals. • Provides services in a mobile clinic environment, including outreach in community settings. • Participates in outreach activities such as health fairs, community events, and engagement efforts targeting underserved populations. • Supports engagement of patients who may be hesitant or ambivalent about treatment. • Other duties as required. Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Currently credentialed as a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) in the state of Washington. Please note that a CPS credential will not be sufficient for this role. • Lived experience with substance use recovery or a strong understanding of recovery principles. • A valid driver''s license and ability to travel for mobile unit services. • Must be able to pass background screening in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Tribal preference in accordance with Cowlitz Indian Tribe Code and CIT Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook shall apply to all positions. All positions are required to adhere to CIT''s established safety policies regarding vaccine requirements and personal protective equipment (PPE). Work Type: Permanent, Full Announcement #: Cowlitz-PSSMU-V Who May Apply? All Groups of Qualified Individuals Get Details & Apply: https://cowlitz.org/index.php/tribal-job-listings Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov