Position: Peer Supporter, Peer Respite (Graveyard)
Peer Supporter, Hacienda of Hope (Graveyard)Location: Hacienda of Hope, Long Beach
Hours: Monday through Friday 12:00 am - 8:00 am (Shifts will vary; evenings, nights, weekends, holidays)
Pay Range: $37,700.00 - $49,010.00
FLSA Status: Non-exempt, Full-Time 36.25 hours Monday - Friday - some weekends
Reports to: Program Manager
Summary: Works under general supervision of Program Manager and/or Program Director. Works with guests to provide information, peer-to-peer support and/or self-help services as needed or requested. Position is reserved for a person that self identifies as having personal lived experience in the mental health system.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Works actively within a multi-disciplinary team environment to develop and deliver peer-to-peer and self-help opportunities and services for clients/guests as identified.Link potential and current guests to community resources, ensure participants are registered, perform cleaning responsibilities, complete registration paperwork, complete daily COS billing notes, and facilitate self-help workshops or groups as needed or requested.Provide hands-on life coaching to train, mentor, and support clients with the acquisition of basic skills in activities of daily living (hygiene, meal preparation, home care, medication management, other self-care, public transportation access/travel training, etc.).Provide bridging services to clients in transition from or to other programs including community residence or hospitals. Empower clients by building awareness of specialty services including health, mental health, housing, and substance use.Provide outreach and engagement services to link guests to community resources and inform agencies in the community about the program services.Participate with team members to assist in the development of Wellness Service Plans for clients, especially those plans that will contain involvement with a peer-support or self-help linkage component.Provide supportive assistance to guests to help them obtain and keep housing, health care benefits, SSI entitlements, etc.Research, develop, plan, coordinate and/or offer structured workshops, peer support and self-help groups, wellness activities, employment or education support activities, recreation activities and/or social outings that reflect the client’s needs, interests, and desires.Perform intake assessments and registration for guests who enter the program. Interview guests to inform them of house rules and ensure adherence to policies and participation of those guidelines.Screen potential guests to determine if they meet the qualifications and criteria for admittance into the program.Perform COS billing notes to document peer support services provided to guests.Ensure participants are registered and proper documentation is submitted in a timely manner to ensure service and program delivery.Be supportive and contribute to a culturally diverse and sensitive environment. Maintain an open and cooperative approach.Complete daily cleaning responsibilities to maintain a clean, positive work environment. Physical activity is required (i.e., sweeping, mopping, dishwashing, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms).Work cooperatively with others to assure the smooth and seamless delivery of comprehensive services to members, attend required trainings and meetings, and participate actively in the community life of the worksite.Model PRPSN approach, mission, and core values in all communication and correspondence.Skills:
Experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships.Peer Advocate Certificate/Training and demonstrated experience in peer support, peer advocacy, or self-help. Obtaining a Peer Specialist certificate within 6 months will be required for any candidate that doesn’t currently have one.Effective English and Spanish speaking, reading and writing communication skills.Demonstrated basic computer/word processing skills, including Microsoft Office.Class C driver’s license, daily access to a car, and proof of valid automobile insurance.Flexible work schedule to include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.Must know or quickly acquire extensive knowledge of local community resources.Physical Demands: Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, and push up to 25 pounds on a regular basis, stand and move intermittently throughout the workday.
We offer a choice between two different HMO's, dental and vision care.
Paid Time Off: We offer a combination of 11 holidays, 2 weeks of sick time, 2 weeks of vacation time, and 2 personal days off per full-time employee.
403 B Retirement: We offer a voluntary 403 B retirement plan for your future.
Employee Assistance Program: We offer an EAP that is confidential and supportive for personal, family, and work issues, available 24/7.
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