Job detail
Youth Peer Specialist
Community Youth Services
FULL_TIME
Posted 4/21/2026
Location
Thurston County, Washington
Salary
$31 - $35 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The youth peer specialist provides behavioral health support and mentorship to youth aged 15-24, helping them navigate adult responsibilities and recovery. They collaborate with therapists to conduct outreach and maintain active engagement with participants throughout their treatment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have lived experience in behavioral health services and hold or qualify for a certified peer counselor certification and agency affiliated counselor license. An associate degree with two years of experience working with at-Risk youth is preferred, though a high school diploma with relevant experience is acceptable.
high schoolassociate degreeOutreachDocumentationDrivingCollaborationCPRInterpersonal skillsMentorshipFirst aidCrisis interventionMental health supportCase managementBehavioral healthCultural sensitivitySubstance use recoveryPeer counseling
Benefits
- Vacation
- Dental
- Vision
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Sick leave
- Life insurance
- Professional development
- HSA contributions