Peer Support Specialist — Recovery & Wellness Advocate

Northeast Valley Health Corporation; California; On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Valley Health Corporation is seeking a Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to join the interdisciplinary health care team in California. The PSS will support patients in the MAT program, promote engagement, and aid adherence to treatment while maintaining respect and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, triage as needed, and collaborating with clinicians to deliver empathetic, person-centered care. Fluency in English; Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Experience with recovery from substance use disorders.
• Minimum 2 years of recovery.
• Complete CALMHSA 80-hour training within 40 days of hire.
• Pass CALMHSA certification exam within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Engage patients in Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT) program and ensure adherence to regimen.
• Provide understanding of the recovery process and support treatment.
• Conduct assessments based on patient needs and triage as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary health care team to support patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Team-based work

Confidentiality

Bilingual English/Spanish

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EHR database

Job description

Northeast Valley Health Corporation is seeking a Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to join the interdisciplinary health care team in California. The PSS will support patients in the MAT program, promote engagement, and aid adherence to treatment while maintaining respect and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, triage as needed, and collaborating with clinicians to deliver empathetic, person-centered care. Fluency in English; Spanish preferred.