Bilingual Peer Support Specialist

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Adult Housing Services, the Peer Support Specialist is responsible for providing program assistance, guidance, monitoring of participant progress, and crisis support for participants of The Center's expanding LGBTQ affirming wrap around and support services. The Peer Support Specialist works collaboratively with a team in a trauma-informed and goal-oriented way to help resolve the housing stability of program participants.

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

• Client Support:
• Utilize shared life experience expertise to advance client engagement and retention in services.
• Conduct assessments with clients experiencing housing instability, including Vulnerability Index-Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool (VI-SPDAT).
• Serve as a mentor to program participants and promote empowerment and hope.
• Provide ongoing support to clients and accompany them to appointments as needed.
• Guide clients in accessing external services that support their health and wellbeing.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Must have familiarity with life experiences common to people who have experienced housing instability.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Computer/Office Equipment Skills: Must be comfortable working in PC/Windows-based environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities.
• Demonstrated competence in using strength-based and trauma-informed care.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and auto insurance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: 1 year of experience working with people experiencing homelessness.
• Knowledgeable about current issues related to the LGBTQIA+ community and people experiencing homelessness.

Work Location

On-site, in the office, and with program participants in the field. Office in the Hillcrest Community in the City of San Diego.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.35/hour and is commensurate with experience. This is a Full-Time, Regular Non-Exempt position.
• Benefits: The CENTER offers a robust benefits package, inclusive of Competitive Pay Scales, 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match), Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic Health Coverage, Out-of-Pocket Optional Coverage for Spouses, Domestic Partners, and Dependent Children, Full-time and Part-Time Schedules, Generous Vacation and Holiday Benefits, Professional Training & Development Experiences, Opportunities for Promotion & Advancement