Peer Support Specialist

About The Role

Peer Support Specialist provides individualized, recovery-oriented support services to consumers using lived experience to build trust and promote self-determination. This role supports clients in achieving recovery goals through mentoring, advocacy, and community-based services while collaborating with the treatment team to enhance client outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring, encouragement, and peer support to consumers in community and program settings
• Aid clients in developing daily living skills and accessing essential resources
• Transport clients as needed to support community engagement (use of personal vehicle required)
• Provide advocacy, coordination, and individualized side-by-side support
• Support clients in problem-solving and achieving personal recovery goals
• Cookordinate and facilitate social and group activities as assigned
• Collaborate with team members to support treatment goals and provide insight from lived experience
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with company and regulatory standards
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, and professional boundaries
• Participate in program activities and perform additional duties as assigned

Recovery Requirements

• Identify and build on strengths of clients, staff, and communities
• Promote a culture that values diversity and inclusion
• Embrace continuous learning and professional development
• Utilize evidence-based practices to ensure optimal outcomes

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Peer Specialist Certificate required
• Lived experience as a consumer of mental health services or as a support person to someone receiving services
• Bilingual in Spanish required
• Valid California driver’s license and active auto insurance
• Prior behavioral health experience preferred
• Knowledge of community resources and peer support practices
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage time
• Basic to intermediate computer proficiency

Skills

• Customer service skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills

Benefits

• Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday
• Training, development, and continuing education opportunities
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Company cellphone

Work Location

California (On-site; not a remote position)

Employment Type

Full-time

How to Apply

If you are passionate about using your lived experience to support others in their recovery journey, click “Apply Now” to join Clarvida as a Bilingual Spanish Peer Support Specialist.

About Clarvida

Clarvida is a leader in behavioral health care, providing recovery-focused, community-based mental health and substance use services. The organization is committed to improving lives and communities while fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment for employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.