Peer Support Specialist, Bridgeways Program
3 weeks ago
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Bridgeways Program Manager, the Peer Support Specialist will
work to engage youth who are juvenile justice involved or at-risk of juvenile justice involvement, and who have behavioral health needs which qualify them for Full Service Partnership services in the Bridgeways program. The Peer Support Specialist should have lived experience that will uniquely qualify them to engage and connect with our clientele, assisting them in their recovery with substance use disorders or improving their behavioral health.
Required Qualifications
Lived experience and/or education from related field, with behavioral health, juvenile justice, and substance abuse disorders between the ages of 12-21 preferred.
Experience of community-based social service or case management experience is a plus.
Must possess the ability to make sound decisions independently.
Responsibilities
Conducts eligibility screenings and intakes for identified youth
Conducts quarterly outreach to school districts, organizations that serve at-risk youth, law enforcement, and other referral sources
Collaborates with Bridgeway Clinicians, SUD Counselors, PCPs, Mental Health Registered Nurse, and other individuals in the client's care team to develop a comprehensive, holistic case management plan and goals
Co-facilitates evidence-based treatment groups with Bridgeway Clinicians
Maintains a minimum 30% productivity level
Completes other duties as assigned.
Schedule/Compensation
Fulltime, non-exempt
Monday-Friday 40hrs/week (may include evening and occasional weekend hours)
$20-$22 Salary will commensurate with experience and education. Differential pay offered for bilingual skills. EEO.
Additional Requirement
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with a good driving record.
Willing to use own, properly insured, reliable vehicle for the job (mileage reimbursed).
Employment subject to clearances, including background finger printing checks, driving record, tuberculosis testing, and drug testing.
About the Company
North County Lifeline, Inc. is a non-profit human services organization that offers a wide range of services to the people of San Diego County. Our mission is to build self-reliance among youth, individuals and families through problem solving, skill-building and accessible community-based services. We offer flexible work hours and excellent benefits to our employees.
Come be part of a team who CAR2Es At North County Lifeline, you will find people who are Connected to the communities we serve, Authentic, and Resourceful. We are Responsive to the needs of our clients and Engaged in our mission to build self-reliance among youth, adults, and families. Equal Opportunity Employer
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