Outreach Worker - Recovery Navigator Program

Palouse River Counseling is seeking an Outreach Worker for the Recovery Navigator Program. The position will provide outreach services throughout Whitman County to referred individuals. Outreach workers will utilize intensive case management, recovery support and collaboration with local community partners, service providers, housing providers and other community resources and embrace a philosophy of "Harm Reduction." The Outreach workers will work a variable schedule.

Responsibilities include lived experience of recovery or the criminal justice system, support the use of recovery tools and model successful recovery behaviors; assist referred individuals in the process of recovery; Advocate for the individual served with recovery support services, legal system and other community resources; provide information and training in appropriate life skills; assist in the development of information and support networks and connect with peers and the community. Effective communication, "can do" attitude, and computer literacy are required.

Qualifications: Must have lived experience with Substance Use Disorder, and/or the Criminal Justice System, and/or Mental Health. Must be 21 years of age. Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree in a behavioral science preferred. Must have one to two years of active recovery and able to demonstrate it. Must have experience working with community behavioral health preferred. Must pass a satisfactory background check. Must possess a valid Washington Driver's License and acceptable driving record.

Please provide a cover letter, CV/Resume', three professional references, a fully completed PRC job application which can be found on our website at palouserivercounseling.org and a copy of your valid driver's license. Send packet to Taylor Ward, 340 NE Maple Street, Pullman, WA 99163 or email the packet. Incomplete application packets will not be considered for review.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $41,204.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Experience:

• Community Health & Wellness Occupations: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pullman, WA 99163: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person