Peer Counselor - FHARPS Program
Is $24.78 - $32.22 per hour competitive?
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Thurston Mason BH-ASO/OHRS as a Peer Counselor - FHARPS Program in United States. Job DetailsJob Location: TMBH-ASO/OHRS - Lacey, WA 98503Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/GEDSalary Range: $24.78 - $32.
Key Responsibilities
- clinical, person
- centered, Housing First, recovery
- help and wellness activities to empower participants on their recovery journey, when appropriate. Conducts regular in
- reach to local jails, hospitals, crisis facilities, court systems, and additional agencies to locate and/or (re)engage FHARPS participants. Complete intake paperwork and services in jails, in
Requirements
- clinical, person
- centered, Housing First, recovery
- help and wellness activities to empower participants on their recovery journey, when appropriate. Conducts regular in
- reach to local jails, hospitals, crisis facilities, court systems, and additional agencies to locate and/or (re)engage FHARPS participants. Complete intake paperwork and services in jails, in
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $24.78-$32.22/hr (Est. $52k-$67k/year)
- 140 days PTO.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Monday-Friday 8am-5pm or 8am-4:30pm schedule.
- No weekends required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Thurston Mason BH-ASO/OHRS in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Peer Counselor - FHARPS Program at Thurston Mason BH-ASO/OHRS a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all General Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
General Medicine — Physician Career Context
This General Medicine position at Thurston Mason BH-ASO/OHRS is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
Stated compensation: $24.78 - $32.22 per hour.
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
This position also offers production-based compensation: $32 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in United States.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule
- Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Peer counseling, Housing case management, Advocacy, Crisis support, Motivational interviewing, Trauma-informed care, Harm reduction, Care coordination. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this General Medicine role.
Core responsibilities: Provide person-centered, recovery-focused housing support and case management to individuals involved in the forensic mental health system. Conduct regular outreach and in-reach to jails, hospitals, and community settings to assist participants in accessing and retaining permanent supportive housing...
Benefits package: Medical plan, Dental plan, Vision plan, Life insurance, Disability insurance, Retirement plans, Deferred compensation, Paid time off. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
No nights (Independent predictor ↓ burnout)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Posted
yesterday
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