Peer Advocate

4 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States JWCH Institute Full time
Job Title: Peer Advocate - Swing Shift

Classification: Full-Time-100% (40 hours per week)

Shift: Swing Shift (3PM-12AM)

Job Summary:

The Peer Advocate will serve as a valued member of the interdisciplinary team responsible for providing comprehensive health and social services to clients at Wesley Health Centers' San Julian Oasis (SJO) Program. This role involves collaboration with the health education and prevention team to share practical information and personal insights from life experiences to assist clients facing similar challenges.

Program Overview:

The SJO Recuperative Care Program consists of a cohesive team of clinicians, community health workers, and other professionals working together to provide housing and critical services to people experiencing homelessness (PEH) and those who have previously experienced homelessness. Clients/patients may present with behavioral and/or substance use issues. The program follows a Harm Reduction Model, and we are committed to doing whatever it takes to support the success of each client.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Build strong rapport with clients, showing genuine care for their well-being.
  2. Provide consistent support, motivating clients to engage in behavior modification programs.
  3. Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and confidential records tracking client progress in personal behavior changes.
  4. Initiate contact with clients once or twice monthly during scheduled hours.
  5. Accompany clients to referrals for health and social services, encouraging adherence and accurately documenting progress.
  6. Facilitate referrals to substance use recovery services, healthcare facilities, family planning services, and other relevant social services.
  7. Deliver approved curriculum-based educational content and skill-building information.
  8. Share personal experiences related to incarceration, substance use, mental health, and other risk behaviors.
  9. Assist in the ongoing collection of program data and the completion of program-related forms.
  10. Contribute to the preparation of monthly reports for funding agencies.
  11. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  1. Proven experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness.
  2. High School diploma or GED.
  3. Exceptional communication skills, especially in engaging homeless individuals with substance use or other related challenges.
  4. Personal experience overcoming challenges similar to those faced by clients.
  5. Ability to reliably travel to various community sites and attend appointments on time.
  6. A strong desire to make a difference in the lives of homeless individuals.

Benefits:

  • A monthly allowance for medical, dental, and vision premiums.
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave) and 13 paid holidays.
  • 401(k) Safe Harbor Profit Sharing plan.
  • Mileage reimbursement.
  • Short- and long-term disability plans, life insurance, and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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