** These positions are eligible for sign-on compensation of $4,500! **
About the Position
The Community Health Centers of Lane County are looking for a highly trained individual to fill the role of Peer Support Specialist (PSS) on our Transitions in Care for Justice Involved Populations team. The Peer Support Specialist will meet with adults in custody as well as the jail medical staff to identify health and social determinants of health needs and evaluate the readiness of clients to access services upon release. This person will also help their clients understand the benefits of accessing services and building motivation to follow through on treatment plans. Additionally, the Peer Support Specialist will make referrals to local social service agencies and follow up with clients after release as they are able to encourage them to follow through on care plans. Using the peer support model, this person will offer support, encouragement and hope.
Key Responsibilities:
The work is done collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team that includes a registered nurse case manager as well as partnering with other social service providers in the community. This position will be embedded in the Lane County Adult Correctional Facility.
For this recruitment we are looking for individuals with a passion to serve adults who are involved in the criminal justice system. This role is ideal for someone with lived experience in one or more of the following areas: incarceration, substance use disorder, mental health challenges, and/or homelessness. The Peer Support Specialist will use their personal experience and recovery journey to provide support, advocacy, and mentorship to individuals currently navigating similar challenges. This position plays a critical role in building trust and connection, promoting hope, and supporting recovery and reintegration efforts. By joining our team, you will be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization committed to equity, inclusion, and improving the lives of individuals with complex needs. Your lived experience is not just valued—it’s essential.
Important: How to Become a Peer Support Specialist
Before you can be hired, you must complete a 40-hour training for Peer Support Specialist Adult Mental Health through the Oregon Health Authority AND become a registered .
Visit the Oregon Health Authority website here to find a training:
Click on “Training Requirements”
Become an OHA-certified Peer Support Specialist:
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August 21st, 2025, 11:00am – 11:30am
WorkSource Oregon
2510 Oakmont Way
Eugene, OR 97401
About the Division
At Lane County Health & Human Services, we believe healthy people are the foundation of healthy communities. The Community Health Centers of Lane County provide affordable primary care for the whole family – infants, children, adolescents, adults, and seniors – as well as integrated behavioral health, alternative services such as acupuncture, and preventative dental services. At Community Health Centers, we focus on integrated care that values the whole person. Our services encompass not only treatment and prevention of illness, but also health education and behavioral health services.
At Lane County Community Health Centers, we have adopted a model of primary care called Patient Centered Medical Home. Our services are organized around care teams who work collaboratively to support our patients. Our integrated care teams include primary care providers, nurses, medical assistants, patient care coordinators and behavioral health specialists. This model of primary care prioritizes the patient, who has increased access to other services beyond general medical care at our clinics. Our care teams also help patients reach their optimal health status by addressing social determinants of health barriers to care such as transportation, food insecurity, or housing.Learn more about !
*Lane County employees may be eligible for student loan repayment: See links below.** Please note - travel between all our clinic locations will be required during on-boarding and training period **
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 11:00am - 8:00pm
*This is an AFSCME represented position*
Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
E xperience:
Or an equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Special Requirements:
Notes:
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
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