Peer Support Program Assistant

Founded in 1986, Folk-Time, Inc. connects people with the shared experience of living with mental health and substance abuse challenges through peer support and community based activities. The agency focuses on wellness and recovery.

JOB TITLE: Peer Support Program Assistant

JOB SITE: Oregon City

REPORTS TO: Social Services Program Supervisor

WORK HOURS: Up to 10 - 20 hours per week; Non-exempt

PROGRAM: Social Programs

POSITION SUMMARY: The Program Assistant (PA) helps with all aspects of program operations. The PA will facilitate group activities at all of our three social programs located in NE Portland, Oregon City, and rural Clackamas County. The PA will help with direct support on site and during community based activities; administrative support as assigned. This position requires excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to adapt to various situations and circumstances, problem solve and multitask. The PA also acts as a role model and mentor for those working on their personal recovery and will be asked to complete Intentional Peer Support training and practice those skills daily. 

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Build connections and positive relationships with FolkTime members
• Assist with daily tasks including but not limited to set up, clean up, activities, announcements, office tasks, and closing tasks
• Works closely with Manager of Social Programs, FolkTime members, volunteers and peers, and various community partners.
• Host groups on the Zoom platform remotely and in our office
• Participate in creating monthly calendar for daily activities
• Meet the needs of members and assist in making the day positive
• Facilitate, create, and actively participate in groups, activities and community outings with members
• Keep track of members on trips to ensure safety and order for everyone
• Assist in maintaining updated member forms
• Other duties as assigned by Manager of Social Programs

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Practice Intentional Peer Supports (IPS) to engage in hope based relationships and develop authentic connections with FolkTime members
• Identifies as having lived experience of mental health and/or addiction histories.
• Check email and respond accordingly every day

• Use of a personal vehicle required
• Travel throughout Clackamas and Multnomah County required

• Ability to lift 25lbs
• Knowledge and experience using various technology (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and data collection programs

PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED

• Experience working with adults with mental health challenges and addictions recovery.
• Completion of Intentional Peer Support Training or other Oregon approved peer support certification.
• U.S. Military veteran.
• Bachelors or advanced degree.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary starts at $17.50 per hour. This position is eligible for generous paid time off (PTO).

To APPLY: Please submit a cover letter and resume by email to, TaMara Edens: [email protected]. In your cover letter, please address the following:

"Please explain how you would draw on your own experiences, both personal and professional, in order to support others who are experiencing mental health distress."