CAL MHSA Peer Navigator - (CIM)1

About the role

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. This role involves facilitating classes, conducting sessions, evaluating progress, and documenting services.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence-based and standardized curriculum.
• Conduct class and facilitate individual sessions to develop action plans and/or provide make-up work.
• Evaluate and document progress of participants assigned to their classes.
• Engage participants daily, reinforce group norms and expectations for participation and completion.
• Document delivery of CBI programming services in ARMS.
• Work collaboratively with the CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institution, and CDCR contracted staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• MUST be a Cal MHSA Certified Peer Navigator to be hired.
• Candidates who include their Certification number on their resume will be prioritized.
• Or write the scheduled date of your Cal MHSA Test on your resume.
• If you do not have your Cal MHSA certification it is best you wait until you have your Cal MHSA Certification to apply or at least have a scheduled date for Cal MHSA Test. You will automatically be disqualified in system if you do not have your Cal MHSA Certification.

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to foster teamwork and cohesiveness.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to operate general office equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays.
• 401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs.
• Organization committed to community action.
• Community oriented workplace.

Additional Information

• ADA Information
• Physical Requirements
• Mental Demands
• Work Conditions
• Environmental Conditions
• Travel

Additional Details

• Frequently able to communicate verbally and in written form.
• Frequently able to use all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily tasks.
• Position Status: Full Time, Accrual Level FT1.
• Revised: 3/16/2026.
• Frequently able to communicate verbally and in written form.
• Frequently able to use all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily tasks.