Certified Peer Navigator - CIM

Amity Foundation•Chino, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Amity Foundation is seeking a Cal MHSA Certified Peer Navigator to support its prison and re-entry programs. The Peer Navigator instructs Cognitive Behavioral Intervention (CBI) Life Skills and Family Relations programming, using evidence-based and standardized curricula to serve participants. The position is full-time, onsite, and based in a state prison, with locations across Regions 1, 2, and 6. The role is non-exempt and does not supervise other employees. Local travel may be required as needed. The Peer Navigator conducts classes and individual sessions to develop action plans or provide make-up work; evaluates and documents participant progress; engages participants and reinforces group norms and expectations; documents services in ARMS; and collaborates with CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institutions, and CDCR-contracted staff. Other related duties may be assigned. Applicants must hold Cal MHSA Certified Peer Navigator certification to be hired. Candidates are encouraged to include their certification number on their résumé, or list a scheduled Cal MHSA test date. The posting also states that Peer Support Specialist certification is required for consideration. The work is generally performed in an indoor office setting at a state prison. The environment may have moderate to loud noise and temperatures that range from cool to hot. The role involves frequent lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds, extended periods of sitting and/or standing, typing, and speaking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Occasional reaching, walking, climbing, pulling, pushing, grasping, stretching, and stooping are required. Employees must wear comfortable, office-appropriate clothing and be able to adapt to changing circumstances and handle work pressure and emotional stress.

Requirements

Must be a Cal MHSA Certified Peer Navigator to be hired; include the certification number on the résumé or provide the scheduled Cal MHSA test date.
Must possess Peer Support Specialist certification to be considered.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to foster teamwork and cohesiveness.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Extensive knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Ability to operate general office equipment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and work professionally under pressure with difficult or temperamental students and faculty.
Ability to handle mental and emotional stress related to the position.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and sitting and/or standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence-based, standardized curricula.
Conduct classes and individual sessions to develop action plans and/or provide make-up work; this does not include developing relapse prevention plans.
Evaluate and document progress of participants assigned to classes.
Engage participants daily and reinforce group norms and expectations for participation and completion.
Document delivery of CBI programming services in ARMS.
Work collaboratively with CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institutions, and CDCR-contracted staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned.