Residential Peer Support Specialist

La Familia; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

Hybrid work arrangements

Mentorship and professional training

Competitive SEIU 1021 wage increases

Job summary

La Familia in San Leandro, CA is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to work in the Peer Respite program. This 6-bed short-term home supports adults reentering the community and focuses on mental health recovery and independence.

You will provide housing care, one-on-one coaching, link residents to services, document progress, and participate in weekly meetings. A High School diploma and bilingual Spanish/English are preferred; shifts include nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a Mental Health Peer Support Specialist or be able to provide evidence of certification in progress.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years experience working with adults of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• 1+ years experience providing peer mentoring or coaching.
• Lived experience with mental illness, homelessness, and/or substance use recovery.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is highly desired but not required.
• Experience in non-profit and community-based organizations preferred.
• Demonstrates customer service orientation and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Exercises discretion with confidential information per agency policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach, engagement, linkage, and follow-up services to residents.
• Serve as role model and coach to inspire, engage, and advocate for residents and their family members.
• Accompany residents to appointments and other services to promote independence.
• Collaborate with Peer Advocate and Peer Director in weekly case management and training sessions.
• Create and implement daily program schedules including activities to promote mental wellness.
• Facilitate appropriate supportive groups and assist with housing chores and food preparation.
• Maintain thorough documentation, e.g. progress notes and end-of-shift reports.
• Respond to work-related calls and emails in accordance with agency policies.
• Utilize motivational interviewing and culturally appropriate interventions.
• Maintain confidentiality of PHI in line with HIPAA regulations.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

La Familia in San Leandro, CA is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to work in the Peer Respite program. This 6-bed short-term home supports adults reentering the community and focuses on mental health recovery and independence.

You will provide housing care, one-on-one coaching, link residents to services, document progress, and participate in weekly meetings. A High School diploma and bilingual Spanish/English are preferred; shifts include nights and weekends.