Consumer Family learning Center Peer

Clarvida; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarvida in Ridgecrest, California, is seeking a Consumer Family Learning Center Peer for a full-time, on-site role. The Peer Support Specialist helps promote consumer self-determination, build trusting relationships, and support recovery within the treatment team.

A high school diploma or GED and a Peer Support Specialist Certificate are required, with lived experience in mental health preferred. Responsibilities include mentoring, transportation support, documentation, group facilitation, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Peer Support Specialist Certificate required.
• Consumer of Mental Health Services or lived experience.
• Valid California driver’s license and proof of auto insurance; ability to use personal vehicle.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties as a member of the team under the direction of the Lead Peer Mentor.
• Provide work-related supportive services, including transportation (use of personal vehicle required).
• Perform mentoring, problem solving, and offer encouragement on and off the job site.
• Support and communicate with clients in a timely manner to answer questions and strengthen relationships.
• Provide practical help, advocacy, coordination and direct assistance to help consumers obtain daily living necessities.
• Coordinate social activities and community engagement opportunities.
• Facilitate groups and/or assignments as required by Lead Peer Mentor, Clinical Manager, or Program Director.
• Develop effective working relationships with agencies and organizations to advocate for consumer and family/caregiver empowerment.
• Document all activities as required.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance, ethical standards, and professional boundaries.
• Support clients’ recovery and wellness goals.
• Identify and build upon the strengths of clients, coworkers, and communities served.
• Utilize industry best practices to ensure positive outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Peer Support Specialist Certificate

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Consumer Family Learning Center Peer

Location: Ridgecrest, California

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $23/ hour

Date Posted: October 14, 2026

About The Role

The Peer Support Specialist is an individual with lived experience as a recipient of mental health services and serves as a fully integrated member of the treatment team. Peer Support Specialists provide highly individualized services in the community and promote consumer self-determination and decision-making. As peers to the consumers they serve, they build trusting relationships that encourage growth and recovery while offering valuable insight to the treatment team to support individualized care. This is a daytime, full-time, office-based position and is not remote.

• Carry out duties as a member of the team under the direction of the Lead Peer Mentor
• Provide work-related supportive services, including transportation (use of personal vehicle required)
• Perform mentoring, problem solving, and offer encouragement on and off the job site
• Support and communicate with clients in a timely manner to answer questions and strengthen relationships
• Provide practical help, advocacy, coordination, side-by-side individualized support, and direct assistance to help consumers obtain daily living necessities
• Coordinate social activities and community engagement opportunities
• Facilitate groups and/or assignments as required by Lead Peer Mentor, Clinical Manager, or Program Director
• Develop effective working relationships with agencies and organizations to advocate for consumer and family/caregiver empowerment
• Document all activities as required
• Maintain HIPAA compliance, ethical standards, and professional boundaries
• Support clients’ recovery and wellness goals
• Identify and build upon the strengths of clients, coworkers, and communities served
• Utilize industry best practices to ensure positive outcomes
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Consumer of Mental Health Services or individual with lived experience (personal or as a family/support person)
• Peer Support Specialist Certificate required
• Valid California driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to use personal vehicle for transportation
• Basic computer skills
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• Prior behavioral health experience preferred
• Knowledge of community resources and experience working with peers