Peer Specialist  (Regular Full-Time, Hourly)
Program: Maria Sardinas Wellness & Recovery Center (South SD)
Region: South San Diego
Services: Adult Outpatient (AOP)
Career Type: Peer Specialists

Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Wednesday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm.

Pay Rate: $21.40 to $23.00 per hour

Education: High School diploma/GED required

Certification: Certified Peer Support Specialist through CalMHSA strongly preferred; required within 90 days of hire date

Benefits:

• 19 days of PTO and 12 paid holidays per year
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt; access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for eligible individuals
• Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
• Several dental plan options; vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Generous retirement plan contributions
• Free Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
• Opportunities for advancement and growth

As a Peer Specialist, you will:

• Act as an ambassador to the program by welcoming, providing orientation, and engage prospective clients to the program
• Utilize experiences as a recipient of mental health services to enhance recovery efforts of clients within the program
• Promote and model the concept of recovery to program participants
• Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team and shares practical insight related to illness management, life skills, and the lifelong recovery process
• Act as an advocate for the client when appropriate
• May assist clients by driving to appointments, benefits applications, assessing social service needs

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• At least one year of work experience
• Experience as a person who has received mental health services or has a close family member that has received mental health services is required
• Previous experience working in mental health services is an advantage
  
• Bilingual Spanish preferred, but not required
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is essential
• A valid California driver's license in good standing and eligibility to be an approved CRF driver is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position. In addition, proof of insurance is required prior to driving personal vehicles on company business.
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals!

Maria Sardinas Wellness & Recovery Centeris one of our Adult Outpatient programs (AOP) which provide behavioral health services including psychiatric and clinical assessment, treatment planning, ongoing medication services, individual and group counseling, case management, crisis intervention, mobile outreach, vocational support, and peer support. We deliver fully integrated services to adult clients diagnosed with a serious mental illness, as well as individuals with co-occurring, mental health, and substance use disorders.

All of our outpatient programs also provide full-time walk-in services. Our programs utilize evidence-based practices to assist our clients in reaching their goals and to live the highest quality of life while managing their mental illness.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County's residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges. We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients and help people change their lives for the better!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Peer Specialist