Wellness & Peer Support Specialist

Project Return Peer Support Network; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 47,125 - 65,975; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Paid time off

403 B Retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A community mental health organization in Long Beach seeks a Peer Supporter to provide information and support to guests. Responsibilities include conducting intake assessments, linking clients to resources, and facilitating self-help workshops. The ideal candidate should have experience in peer advocacy and excellent communication skills in both English and Spanish. This full-time role requires flexibility with hours and a commitment to delivering quality support in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships.
• Must obtain a Peer Specialist certificate within 6 months if not already certified.
• Demonstrated basic computer and word processing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer-to-peer support and self-help services to guests.
• Link guests to community resources and assist with a Wellness Service Plan.
• Conduct intake assessments for program admission.

Skills

Peer advocacy

Effective communication in English and Spanish

Life coaching

Teamwork and collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Peer Advocate Certificate/Training

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Basic computer skills

Job description

A community mental health organization in Long Beach seeks a Peer Supporter to provide information and support to guests. Responsibilities include conducting intake assessments, linking clients to resources, and facilitating self-help workshops. The ideal candidate should have experience in peer advocacy and excellent communication skills in both English and Spanish. This full-time role requires flexibility with hours and a commitment to delivering quality support in a diverse environment.