Peer Support Specialist

About the role

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. was founded in 1970. For over 50 years, we have been transforming lives across the state of California. From Mental Health to Community Corrections, Children’s Services, Housing Programs, Recovery Services, Substance Abuse Disorders, and more; we serve people in need. Our desire is to see individuals reach their full potential, and create lasting change that will stand the test of time.

Responsibilities

• Aid in meeting the needs of program treatment staff and clients to provide quality services to Severely Mentally Ill (SMI) clients of the program.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and agency policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality of verbal and written consumer information.
• Support clients in establishing and maintaining self-help groups.
• Be present to greet clients upon their arrival to the Program.
• Affirm clients' understanding of program rules and procedures.
• Attend weekly program meetings.
• Answer phones and assist with some filing and general office duties.
• Provide client transportation.
• Supervise and monitor clients while at the office.
• Offer individual life skills training and facilitate group sessions at the program.
• Plan and organize special socialization groups and events for the clients.
• Communicate systematically with agencies and significant others involved in the rehabilitation of clients.
• Submit timely reports on any unusual occurrences impacting the program's operation or the health and safety of clients or employees.
• Act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• Drive on Agency business.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current certified training in emergency first aid procedures.
• Current or former recipient of client services required.
• Effective and proficient communication in both written and spoken English.
• Ability to establish trusting relationships with peers.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Available to work all shifts as scheduled.
• Intermediate computer skills in Office 365, Teams, Zoom, and other communication/meeting platforms.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle that is properly insured and operated in accordance with all laws.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and TB test.

Bilingual Skills

• Required ability to communicate effectively with monolingual Spanish-speaking clients and families for all clinical purposes.
• Assist with phone calls for Spanish clients.
• Periodic requirement to provide language translations for staff.
• Minimal adequate competency in the Spanish language as evidenced by successful passage of the TPOCC Spanish Competency Test.
• Other translation tasks as required.

Benefits

Pay Range: *Updates effective 7/1/26
Monolingual: Class 111 ($23.02/hour)
Bilingual: Class 116 ($23.26 - $24.19/hour)

Company paid benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, Pension Fund, and many other voluntary benefits.
Qualified non-profit for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
On-the-job training including paid professional development and career development
Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
Family-oriented environment
Mileage reimbursement for travel
Regular work schedule (Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm)