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Peer Support Specialist
4 weeks ago
Parents Anonymous Inc. is seeking qualified and passionate Peer Support Specialists to join our team for our new United Mental Health Promoters (UMHP) program in the wider Antelope Valley, California area. Take a moment to review the job requirements below and see if you're the perfect fit for this exciting opportunity.
This position is fully in-person. You will work three day shifts (8am-4:30pm) and two evening shifts (11:30am-8pm) a week.
About Parents Anonymous® Inc.
Parents Anonymous® Inc. is the first Family Strengthening organization and the only Evidence-Based Parent Partner program in the U.S. Since 1969, Parents Anonymous® Inc. envisions a just society where all Parents, Children & Youth thrive in resilient families and communities. The Parents Anonymous® Group is the only Evidence-Based Parent Partner Program in the California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse and the National Parent Helpline® is the first and only nationwide emotional support system for Parents, Caregivers & Children & Youth.
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About the Position
Parents Anonymous® Inc. is looking for enthusiastic, caring, and culturally responsive Peer Specialists for the UMHP program to conduct outreach and education to targeted populations. You will serve as a link between the community, the Department of Mental Health and other community programs to promote mental wellness. You must be a Peer to be considered for this position. The definition of Peer is listed below.
A Peer is an individual who is self-identified as having lived experience with the process of recovery from mental illness, substance use disorder, or both, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent or family member of the consumer.
Specific Job Duties
- Identify as a Peer and utilize your Peer Story for outreach, community engagement and linkages, and client support services.
- Apply the 17 Peer Support Competencies in 1:1 Peer Support and Group Interactions with ages birth to 5, DCFS, juvenile justice, elderly 65+, the unhoused population, transitional age youth, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
- Foster peer support in drop-in groups for peers such as trauma-informed activities (art, dance, drumming circles, mindfulness activities, etc.).
- Educate the populations listed above in Mental Health Awareness, COVID Prevention, Domestic Violence Prevention, and Community Violence Prevention.
- Plan and actively engage in outreach activities through in-person outreach and virtual outreach to peers and organizations in targeted areas.
- Promote all Evidence Based Parents Anonymous® Programs through outreach and peer support with diverse parents, children and youth.
- Create and maintain partnerships with other community-based organizations to expand community linkage.
- Advocate and embrace the vision, mission, and goals of Parents Anonymous®.
Requirements
- MUST VERIFY THAT YOU ARE A PEER (WITH LIVED EXPERIENCE): A Peer is an individual who is self-identified as having lived experience with the process of recovery from mental illness, substance use disorder, or both, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent or family member of the consumer.
- Must work 2 evenings a week and weekend hours as needed.
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred but not required.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have at least a high school diploma. Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field is a plus.
- Must have some experience working directly with diverse Parents, Children & Youth up to 25.
- Must embrace and reflect the Mission, Vision, and Principles of Parents Anonymous® Inc.
- Must embrace the philosophy and theory of change of Parent Anonymous® including mutual support, parent leadership, shared leadership®, and personal growth and change.
- Must have well-developed computer skills.
- Must be able to work at community outreach events on weekends as needed.
- Must be culturally responsive, responsible, and seek assistance from supervisor when work challenges arise.
- Must have a smartphone.
- Must have a working vehicle and a valid driver’s license or can go to work and can complete outreach in the surrounding area.
- Willing to attend 80 hours of training and pass the Medi-Cal Certification of Peer Support Specialists.
Benefits
- 403 (b)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Requirements
MUST VERIFY THAT YOU ARE A PEER (WITH LIVED EXPERIENCE): A Peer is an individual who is self-identified as having lived experience with the process of recovery from mental illness, substance use disorder, or both, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent or family member of the consumer. Must work 2 evenings a week and weekend hours as needed. Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred but not required. Must be at least 18 years old. Must have at least a high school diploma. Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field is a plus. Must have some experience working directly with diverse Parents, Children & Youth up to 25. Must embrace and reflect the Mission, Vision, and Principles of Parents Anonymous® Inc. Must embrace the philosophy and theory of change of Parent Anonymous® including mutual support, parent leadership, shared leadership®, and personal growth and change. Must have well-developed computer skills. Must be able to work at community outreach events on weekends as needed. Must be culturally responsive, responsible, and seek assistance from supervisor when work challenges arise. Must have a smartphone. Must have a working vehicle and a valid driver’s license or can go to work and can complete outreach in the surrounding area. Willing to attend 80 hours of training and pass the Medi-Cal Certification of Peer Support Specialists.
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