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Nordstrom

Maintenance Tech 1 - Southcenter

Tukwila, WA

$22.25 - $33/hr

Perform assigned daily inspections and building rounds. * Assist with troubleshooting and basic ... Detail-oriented with high level of accuracy and attention to detail. * Entry level proficiency with ...

Evergreen Fire and Security

Junior Technician

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

If you're looking for an entry-level technician role with hands-on training, career advancement ... Responsibilities * Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of low-voltage systems ...

Evergreen Fire and Security

Junior Technician

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

If you're looking for an entry-level technician role with hands-on training, career advancement ... Responsibilities * Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of low-voltage systems ...

Raymond West

Sales Operations Intern

Kent, WA · On-site

$19.50 - $23/hr

The Sales Operations Intern position is considered an entry-level part-time role with a schedule of ... Searching for Building Tenants' Legal Business names in CoStar Website Tool and recording them in ...

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How much do entry level legal assistant jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level legal assistant in Renton, WA is $54,234.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,700.00 and $61,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does an Entry Level Legal Assistant Do?

As an entry-level legal assistant, your responsibilities are to assist paralegals and lawyers with research, help draft and file legal documents, and provide administrative support as needed. Specific tasks may include preparing affidavits, creating the first drafts of court filings or other documents for the principal lawyer on the case, and recording interviews or depositions. Your duties also include many secretarial tasks, such as word processing, updating and keeping files straight, taking messages for lawyers or other office workers, and preparing invoices and other billing documents for the firm.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry Level Legal Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Legal Assistant, you need organizational skills, attention to detail, basic legal knowledge, and at least a high school diploma or associate’s degree. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, Microsoft Office, and document management systems is typically required. Strong communication, discretion, and the ability to multitask under pressure are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure efficient support for legal teams, accuracy in documentation, and effective client service.

What are some common challenges faced by entry level legal assistants, and how can they be overcome?

Entry level legal assistants often encounter challenges such as managing a high volume of administrative tasks, learning complex legal terminology, and adapting to the fast-paced environment of a law office. Staying organized, actively seeking feedback from senior staff, and utilizing legal management software can help new assistants manage their workload effectively. Building strong communication skills and being proactive about asking questions are also key strategies for overcoming initial hurdles and growing confidently in the role.
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Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist

Kitsap Mental Health Services

Port Orchard, WA • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Kitsap Mental Health Services rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Peer Support Specialist  
Full-Time, On-Site (includes community outreach) 
Hiring Range: $20.07 – $24.58 per hour 
 
Benefits at a Glance 
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental & Vision 
  • Generous PTO: Up to 19 days + 2 mental health days + 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time)
  • Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family members
  • Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance 
  • Student Loan Assistance & Professional Development 
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contributions 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
  • Pet Insurance 
  • Free Wellness App (2MorrowHealth) 
  • Collaborative, Supportive Team Environment 

Kitsap Mental Health Services is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Trueblood Peer Support Specialist to join our Jail Diversion Program. In this role, you will support program participants who are currently incarcerated at the Kitsap County Jail and have experienced challenges related to legal competency to stand trial. Drawing from your lived experience with mental health services and personal involvement in the criminal justice system, you will engage clients by sharing your practical knowledge and first-hand insight to foster trust and connection. This position plays a vital role in helping clients navigate the recovery process, including symptom management and building persistence toward a meaningful life. You will also advocate for client choice and self-determination, supporting individuals in active participation in their treatment planning, service delivery, and overall rehabilitation journey.
 

Primary Responsibilities: 
  • Build supportive, trusting relationships with clients by drawing upon personal lived experience.
  • Provide recovery-oriented peer support, including active listening, mentorship, coaching, and encouragement.
  • Assist in identifying strengths, setting goals, developing coping strategies, and practicing and reinforcing new skills through peer support and coaching.
  • Support individuals in advocating and accessing resources related to housing, employment, education, healthcare, and the justice system.
  • Provide ongoing support and skill teaching as it relates to daily living activities including but not limited to: household tasks; personal hygiene; nutrition education and assistance; personal finance; accessing reliable transportation.
  • Act as an interpreter while providing expertise and consultation from a client perspective in areas such as symptoms, effects and side effects of medications, client opinions of treatment, and client experiences of recovery.
  • Help clients understand, identify and combat stigma by helping them develop skills in self-advocacy that will help them navigate the legal, social services, and healthcare systems. 
  • Collaborate with clients on awareness of client rights, including grievance and complaint procedures; support clients with filing, mediating, and resolving complaints.
  • Increase client awareness of self-help and consumer advocacy groups, which promote recovery, while acting as the liaison between community resources and such groups.
  • Assist in the provision of ongoing assessment and direct services to clients, responding to such challenges as an increase in suicidality, the need for substance abuse education and treatment, and the clients’ readiness for meaningful daily activity, including employment.
  • Assist clients in attaining and maintaining safe, affordable housing including apartment hunting, finding a roommate, landlord negotiations, and procuring necessities such as furnishings and telephone and utility hook-up.
  • Assist and support clients to find and effectively use a primary care physician, dentist, and other medical specialists as required.
  • Provide practical help and supports to help clients access other necessary services such as legal services, housing subsidies, and funding alternatives such as SSI, SSDI, and Veteran’s Administration benefits.
  • Assist clients to plan and carry out social and leisure time activities.
  • Provide oral and written feedback on consumer progress to the treatment team, including the timely completion of documentation.
  • Provide practical transportation support by providing reminders of appointments, rides, and assistance using and planning bus/ferry routes
  • In addition to the above, any other responsibilities appropriate to the position and not specifically listed in the job description.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities: None 
 
 
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED 
EXPERIENCE: Entry level (Lived experience with utilizing mental health and or substance use disorder services and one or more years in recovery.). This position requires driving clients in a personal vehicle on behalf of the agency. Therefore, the incumbent must meet all agency driving requirements, including being at least 21 years old, having been licensed for a minimum of three years, successfully completing a motor vehicle history check, possessing and maintaining a current, valid driver’s license in the state of Washington, and having reliable, insured transportation.
 
LICENSURE:  
Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration. Completion of the Washington State Health Care Authority training and approved application for the CPSST (Certified Peer Specialist Trainee) credential within six (6) months of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
EXPERIENCE: Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness. 
Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which makes someone unique.