Peer Partner

Division/Program: Serves clients (ages 11-17) in outpatient community-based services throughout Fresno County. May require transporting clients or family members using a personal vehicle.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive compensation matching your skills and experience.
• Generous time off, including ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional growth opportunities:
  • On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
  • Career development programs.
  • Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee recognition and rewards for hard work and dedication.
• Mileage reimbursement at $0.85 per mile.
• Monthly stipend for cell phone and internet.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET).
• Personal experience as a consumer, foster parent, or parent of a child in the child welfare, probation, or mental health systems (required).
• One (1) year of full-time experience performing non-professional, consumer-directed services in a mental health, health care, or other social services agency/organization serving people with disabilities (preferred).
• Valid California Driver’s License and eligibility to meet agency driving criteria.

Responsibilities

• Provides outreach, advocacy, education, and support to family members throughout a client’s treatment and recovery process.
• Helps families identify strengths and needs, connects them to community resources, and provides crisis support.
• Collaborates with the treatment team on care and safety planning.
• Documents services while promoting long-term family self-sufficiency and engagement.

Skills & Services

• Individual and family counseling.
• Medication management.
• Housing, education, and vocational support services.