Peer Support Specialist II (Transitional Rent)

AMI Housing, Inc. (AMIH); Auburn (CA); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

AMI Housing, Inc. (AMIH) seeks a Peer Support Specialist II for the Transitional Rent program in Auburn, CA.

The role provides recovery‑oriented, person‑centered support to individuals receiving Transitional Rent assistance, helping them achieve housing stability and independence within up to six months. The role requires maintaining an active caseload, collaborating with clinical staff, providing community outreach, and documenting progress in an electronic health record system while upholding

Qualifikationen

• Lived experience recovering from mental illness or as a caregiver.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certificate preferred; AMIH can fund.
• Strong computer proficiency with common office tools and online platforms.

Aufgaben

• Maintain an active caseload of participants requiring intensive, community-based support.
• Build trusting relationships by applying recovery principles such as self-determination, empowerment, and resilience.
• Collaborate with clinical staff and multidisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Provide outreach and engagement services in the community and various settings.
• Assist participants in accessing housing resources, benefits, healthcare services, and other supports.
• Help participants develop individualized recovery and wellness plans.
• Provide practical support such as transportation and accompaniment to appointments.
• Identify early warning signs of relapse and develop stability strategies.
• Facilitate peer support groups and wellness programming when appropriate.
• Document services in accordance with agency and program requirements.
• Advocate for client needs within the team and link clients to resources.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources.
• Document progress using an electronic health record system.
• Report to multiple supervisors and manage responsibilities across teams.

Kenntnisse

Lived experience

Computer proficiency

Time management

Independent work

Compassion

Empathy

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certificate (preferred)

Tools

Electronic health record (EHR) system

Jobbeschreibung

Peer Support Specialist II (Transitional Rent)

MHSA PW Full Time Clerical Auburn, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1062

Salary Range: $23.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Organization and Mission:

Founded in 2003, AMI Housing is a California-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to house and support the most vulnerable residents of the Sierra Region by enhancing the lives of people with mental illness by providing housing, employment, and supportive services

Position Summary:

The Peer Support Specialist (Transitional Rent Team) provides recovery-oriented, person-centered support to individuals participating in Community Supports services and receiving Transitional Rent assistance. The program supports eligible individuals experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness by providing up to six months of rental assistance. Drawing from lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery, the Peer Support Specialist offers mentorship, advocacy, and practical guidance to help clients achieve housing stability and greater independence. Peers play a key role in building trusting relationships, providing housing education, developing independent living and budgeting skills, and assisting clients in establishing and working toward their housing goals. The team works collaboratively with housing providers and community partners to promote long-term housing stability, self-sufficiency, and overall wellness.

The ideal peer is someone:

• With personal lived experience recovering from a mental illness and/or substance use disorder OR
• With lived experience as the primary family member or caretaker of someone with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder AND
• Is enthusiastic, eager to learn, and passionate about using their lived experience to help others

Job Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Maintain an active caseload of FSP participants requiring intensive, community-based support.
• Build trusting relationships with participants by modeling recovery principles such as self-determination, empowerment, mutual support, and resilience.
• Collaborate closely with clinical staff, case managers, psychiatrists, and other multidisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Provide outreach and engagement services in the community, including homes, shelters, encampments, hospitals, and other community settings as needed.
• Assist participants in accessing housing resources, benefits, healthcare services, and other community supports that promote stability and recovery.
• Support participants in developing individualized recovery and wellness plans aligned with their personal goals and strengths.
• Provide practical support such as transportation, accompaniment to appointments, court dates, housing meetings, and other essential services.
• Help participants identify early warning signs of relapse or crisis and develop strategies to maintain stability.
• Facilitate peer support groups, skill-building activities, and wellness‑focused programming when appropriate.
• Document services in compliance with agency, county, and program requirements, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.
• Advocate for client needs within a multi-disciplinary team
• Remain up to date on community resources and link clients to appropriate resources
• Document client progress utilizing an electronic health record system
• Evoke hope, recovery, and wellness
• Provide some amount of client transportation in personal vehicle, dependent on team needs and part of scope of service, and reimbursable by AMIH
• Ability to share lived experience when appropriate while maintaining professional boundaries
• Report to multiple supervisors and manage position on multiple teams
• Manage workplace stress and remain calm, especially while dealing with client crises

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required.
• Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certificate is preferred and pay differential is offered. (AMIH can fund and facilitate the Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certificate to active employees.)
• Lived experience recovering from a mental illness and/or substance use disorder OR lived experience as the primary caretaker for someone with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder
• Strong computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Teams/Zoom, SurveyMonkey, Google Docs, internet, and Calendar) and use electronic records systems with little to no direction.
• Strong desire to help others through the recovery process and provide advocacy and support.
• Compassion, patience and tolerance for working with vulnerable populations
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently
• A positive attitude and ability to work well with different personalities

Pay Structure and Peer Certification

PSS II start at $23.00 per hour ($25.00 per hour with Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certificate)

AMIH will fund and facilitate the Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certificate upon employment and offer a pay differential when certificate is obtained.

AMIH is an equal opportunity and drug free employer.