Peer Support Specialist

2 days ago


San Diego, California, United States San Diego LGBT Community Center Full time

The San Diego LGBT Community Center is a dynamic and inclusive organization seeking a dedicated Bilingual Peer Support Specialist to join our team.

About the Role

This full-time position plays a vital role in supporting transitional-age youth (18-24 years old) participating in our LGBTQ Safe STAY Program. As a Bilingual Peer Support Specialist, you will provide mentorship, stabilization support, client engagement, and crisis intervention to help our clients thrive.

Responsibilities
  • Utilize your shared life experience expertise to advance client engagement and retention in services.
  • Serve as a mentor to program participants and promote empowerment and hope.
  • Provide ongoing support to clients and accompany them to appointments as needed.
  • Guide clients in accessing external services that support their health and well-being.
Requirements
  • Familiarity with life experiences common to youth who have experienced housing instability.
  • Fluency in English and Spanish required.
  • Comfortable working in PC/Windows-based environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities.
  • Competence in working with diverse populations, particularly those from historically under-served communities.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 1-2 years of experience working with people experiencing homelessness, foster care, and juvenile dependency systems.
  • Fluency in a language other than English and Spanish.
  • Experience managing crises and implementing crisis interventions.
Benefits
  • Competitive pay range: $20.50 - $21.50/hour.
  • Full medical, dental, vision, and chiropractic health coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Generous vacation and holiday benefits.
  • Professional training and development opportunities.


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