Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon (Soon to be The Peer Company)

Peer Support Specialist - EVOLVE Clackamas

PORTLAND, ORPosted a month ago

Job summary

Company overview

The Mental Health & Addiction Association of Oregon, soon rebranding as The Peer Company, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing peer-led support and advocacy for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. The organization generates revenue primarily through grants, contracts with state and local agencies, and partnerships with healthcare providers to deliver peer support services, training, and outreach programs. Founded with a mission to empower people with lived experience, it has played a significant role in shaping peer support standards and expanding access to recovery resources across Oregon. Candidates should note the organization's strong emphasis on peer leadership, lived experience, and its evolving identity as it transitions to The Peer Company.

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