Certified Peer Navigator - CIM

Amity Foundation•Chino, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Amity Foundation is hiring a Cal MHSA Certified Peer Navigator for its Prison Projects department. The Peer Navigator instructs Cognitive Behavioral Intervention (CBI) Life Skills and Family Relations programming for participants in prison and re-entry programs. The role uses evidence-based, standardized curricula, conducts classes and individual sessions, evaluates participant progress, and documents services in ARMS. The position works collaboratively with CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institutions, and CDCR-contracted staff. Work is performed onsite in a state prison, generally in an indoor office setting, with local travel as needed. The role is non-exempt, full-time, and does not supervise others. It reports to the Program Director. Amity Foundation describes itself as a teaching and therapeutic community dedicated to the inclusion and habilitation of people affected by addiction, homelessness, trauma, criminality, incarceration, poverty, racism, sexism, and violence. The organization emphasizes community building and offers a community-oriented workplace committed to community action. The position involves frequent lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds; extended sitting, standing, and typing; and occasional reaching, walking, climbing, pulling, pushing, grasping, stretching, and stooping. It also requires frequent speaking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. The work environment has moderate to sometimes loud noise and temperatures that are usually moderate to cool, but may be cold or hot. The role requires adaptability, professionalism under pressure, and the ability to manage work-related mental and emotional stress.

Requirements

Must hold Cal MHSA Certified Peer Navigator certification to be hired; candidates should include their certification number on their resume or provide the scheduled date of their Cal MHSA test.
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.
Must possess Peer Support Specialist certification to be considered.
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, work professionally under pressure with difficult or temperamental students and faculty, and handle mental and emotional stress related to the position.
Ability to meet the physical requirements described in the posting, including frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.

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; relapse prevention plans are not included.
Evaluate and document the 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.