Located in Yreka, CA
Pay: $18.75
Job Full Description
We are looking Peer advisors/ Assistants to serve our Yreka community.
Reporting to the Program Supervisor or Program Manager, the Peer Assistant will support individuals on their journey to recovery and wellness. Peer Assistants support a range of services aimed at fostering physical, emotional, and mental well-being in a supportive and inclusive environment. Peer Assistants play a vital role in providing support, guidance, and encouragement to individuals striving to achieve their recovery goals. Drawing from their own lived experience Peer Assistants will serve as a role model and advocate, helping clients navigate challenges and celebrate successes along the way.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Peer Support: Offer empathetic listening and understanding to individuals participating in recovery programs.
- Provide peer counseling and mentoring on a one-to-one basis, either over the telephone or in person.
- Role Modeling: Share personal experiences of recovery and wellness to inspire hope and demonstrate that recovery is possible.
- Advocacy: Advocate for clients' needs and rights within the wellness center and the broader community.
- Resource Navigation: Assist clients in accessing relevant resources, such as support groups, employment assistance, and educational opportunities.
- Provide linkage to crisis services if appropriate.
- Educate peers/families about coping skills and self-care strategies.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress, adhering to confidentiality and privacy protocols.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other staff members, including case managers, and volunteers, to ensure holistic support for clients.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Lived experience with mental health challenges, substance use disorder, or other recovery journeys.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with diverse individuals.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Empathy, compassion, and a nonjudgmental attitude toward others.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Familiarity with county mental health systems and services.
- Commitment to self-care and personal wellness practices.
- Ability to work in environments with moderate noise levels, including conversations, background music.
- Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in challenging or emotionally charged situations.
- Punctuality and regular attendance.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position during shift.
- Must be able to move freely around the Center, including standing, walking, bending and reaching.
- Basic phone skills.
- Must be able to maintain a clean and sanitary environment for clients and staff, including proper disposal of waste and regular cleaning.
- Must be able to adhere to process protocol including safety.
- Moves equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
- Basic computer skills including ability to use email and access online trainings.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED; additional education may be helpful but is not required.
- Certification or training in peer support services, optional.
Work Schedule:
It will be either a swing or graveyard shift
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Yreka, CA
2157
1217 South Main Street
Suite C
Yreka City, CA 96097
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