Peer Support Partner

Pacific Clinics; South Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one benefits

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pacific Clinics in California seeks a Peer Partner with lived experience to provide empathetic support, mentorship, and guidance to individuals facing similar challenges. You will share experiences to promote recovery, empowerment, and community connection.

You will build trusting relationships, help identify goals, connect to resources, and collaborate with clinicians while upholding confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Direct experience as a recipient of behavioral health services, recovery services, or systems involvement is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides peer-based support and mentorship to individuals facing similar life challenges.
• Shares personal experiences in a respectful and supportive manner to foster hope and connection.
• Builds trusting, non-judgmental relationships to support individuals in their recovery or growth journey.
• Offers guidance, encouragement, and practical strategies for navigating systems and life challenges.
• Assists individuals in identifying strengths, setting goals, and developing self-advocacy skills.
• Connects individuals to community resources, support groups, and relevant services.
• Encourages empowerment, resilience, and personal responsibility.
• Collaborates with service providers and team members as part of a holistic support network.
• Maintains appropriate boundaries and confidentiality in all peer interactions.
• Documents interactions and progress in accordance with program guidelines.

Skills

Empathy

Peer support

Active listening

Boundaries

Note-taking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pacific Clinics in California seeks a Peer Partner with lived experience to provide empathetic support, mentorship, and guidance to individuals facing similar challenges. You will share experiences to promote recovery, empowerment, and community connection.

You will build trusting relationships, help identify goals, connect to resources, and collaborate with clinicians while upholding confidentiality and professional boundaries.