Background Investigation, Behavioral Health, Customer Support/Service, Federal Laws and Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Team Player, Time Management
Join our Snohomish County Behavioral Health/Crisis Services Team!
Position:
We are seeking a full-time, FLSA-covered team member to join our Behavioral Health/Crisis Services Division. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about supporting individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis and making a meaningful impact in our community.This position plays a key role in supporting the Snohomish County Crisis Team, which provides both voluntary and involuntary crisis response services throughout the county. Using their own personal lived experience, the Peer Support Specialist offers empathy, guidance, and encouragement to individuals in crisis while working closely with crisis team clinicians to promote safety, stability, and resilience.
Responsibilities include accompanying crisis team members on community outreach visits, providing voluntary follow-up support both in person and by phone, and helping coordinate next steps during and after a crisis episode.
To Be Considered:
Applicants must electronically submit an application through Snohomish County’s NeoGov site by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. A resume and cover letter are required, along with a copy of your driver's license. When your application is complete, verify the information and make sure there is nothing missing. Be sure to verify your education and/or experience comply with the minimum requirements section of this posting. Click on APPLY & SUBMIT and then click on CHECK APPLICATION STATUS. If you have problems with your application, please contact NeoGov Application Support at 855-524-5627
About Human Services:
The Human Services Department's mission is to help all persons meet their basic needs and develop their potential by providing timely, effective human services and building community.
The Human Services Department includes 350+ diverse, friendly and dedicated employees who benefit from outstanding benefits and competitive wages. Employees are appreciated and have the opportunity to make a real difference in our community. Snohomish County is thriving and is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a life-long career at Snohomish County.
Job Offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Snohomish County Human Services strives to be an equitable and trauma-informed department. Our department believes every interaction, procedure, and policy provides an opportunity to build a pathway toward a more resilient and restorative Snohomish County.Please reach out to Joeann Turck at
joe.turck@snoco.org
with any questions regarding this job posting.
BASIC FUNCTION
Drawing from personal lived experience, provides peer support services to individuals in crisis working collaboratively with the Snohomish County Crisis Team to promote safety, well-being and resilience for clients in need.
Job Type: Full-Time
Agency: Human Services
Location: Main County Campus-3000 Rockefeller Ave, Everett