Peer Support Specialist 1

Symba Center; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Symba Center in Redlands, CA seeks a Peer Support Specialist to support Wellness Center participants with emotional support, mentorship, and daily operations. Responsibilities include safety checks, meal service assistance, incident reporting, and maintaining a compassionate, structured environment focused on recovery and independence.

The role emphasizes emergency response, intake assistance, and collaboration with security and staff to ensure a safe facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant education/experience prior to application.
• Valid, unrestricted CA driver’s license.
• Knowledge of Google Workspace (Gmail/Docs/Sheets/Calendar) preferred.
• Comfort working in a transitional housing environment.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Ensure participant safety through on-site supervision and wellness checks.
• Enforce program rules and respond to behavioral issues.
• Assist with intake including sanitation of belongings and bed assignments.
• Distribute essential supplies (bedding, clothing, hygiene items).
• Conduct COVID symptom screenings.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with emergency services as needed.
• Support crisis de-escalation and resolution for distressed participants.
• Monitor activity with on-site security and manage incidents.
• Perform regular janitorial tasks in facilities.
• Maintain hygiene practices and independent living skills.

Skills

Emergency response

Wellness checks

Safety compliance

Documentation

Education

6+ years experience

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Redlands, CA 92373Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $18.90 - $20.00 Hourly

Job Summary

The Peer Support Specialist plays a vital role in supporting Wellness Center participants by providing emotional support, mentorship, and hands-on assistance with daily program operations. This includes responding to emergencies, assisting with meal service, conducting wellness checks, and maintaining safety and cleanliness of the facility. The role is key to fostering a compassionate and structured environment focused on recovery, stability, and independent living.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure participant safety through on-site supervision and regular wellness checks


• Enforce program rules and policies, and respond appropriately to behavioral issues


• Assist with intake, including sanitation of belongings and bed assignments


• Distribute essential supplies (bedding, clothing, hygiene items)


• Conduct COVID symptom screenings


• Respond to emergency situations and coordinate with emergency services as needed


• Support de-escalation and crisis resolution for participants in distress


• Collaborate with on‑site security to monitor activity and manage incidents


• Perform regular janitorial tasks (restrooms, common areas, hygiene trailers)


• Replenish restrooms and dining area supplies, monitor laundry schedules


• Promote hygiene practices and independent living skills


• Pack and store participant belongings as needed


• Answer phones, take messages, and assist with daily communications


• Complete incident logs, HMIS documentation, and written reports


• Monitor medication cabinet and review logs


• Attend trainings, team meetings, and house meetings


• Assist in planning and facilitating life skills workshops and engagement events


• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality per HIPAA standards

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• List relevant education and experience (at least 6 years or more prior to application).


• Valid, unrestricted CA driver’s license.


• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross.


• Knowledge and proficiency in Google Workspace, including Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Calendar, is preferred.


• Must be comfortable working in a transitional housing environment.


• Must successfully pass a background check.