Peer Navigator (Temporary) - (LAC)

Amity Foundation•Lancaster, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. This groundbreaking opportunity will allow you to work with our prison and re-entry programs helping the community and will also enhance your training and experience in the field.

Requirements

Peer Navigators must be certified by CalMHSA.
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.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
CalMSHA certification required to be considered for the position.

Responsibilities

Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized curriculum to the participants.
Conduct class and facilitate 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 their classes.
Engage participants daily, reinforce group norms and expectations for participation and completion.
Document delivery of CBI programming services in ARMS.
Work collaboratively with the CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institution, and CDCR contracted staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned.