Peer Support Specialist: Recovery & Empowerment

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K match

Job summary

Pacific Clinics is seeking a Peer Partner to provide empathetic support, mentorship, and guidance to individuals facing similar challenges in our community-based programs. The role emphasizes recovery, empowerment, and building connections to services.

Responsibilities include peer-based support, sharing experiences, building trusting relationships, helping clients identify strengths, connecting to resources, and collaborating with a holistic care team while upholding confidentiality and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Directly related experience as a recipient of behavioral health services or related systems involvement is encouraged.

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.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pacific Clinics is seeking a Peer Partner to provide empathetic support, mentorship, and guidance to individuals facing similar challenges in our community-based programs. The role emphasizes recovery, empowerment, and building connections to services.

Responsibilities include peer-based support, sharing experiences, building trusting relationships, helping clients identify strengths, connecting to resources, and collaborating with a holistic care team while upholding confidentiality and