Certified Peer Navigator - SQRC

Amity Foundation•San Quentin, CA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Amity Foundation is seeking a Cal MHSA Certified Peer Navigator to instruct CBI Life Skills and Family Relations programming in its prison and re-entry programs. The role involves delivering standardized, evidence-based curricula to participants, facilitating classes and individual sessions, documenting participant progress and services, and collaborating with correctional and contracted staff. The position is based onsite in a state prison and may require local travel. The work generally takes place in an indoor office setting, with moderate noise and temperatures that may vary.

Requirements

Must hold Cal MHSA Certified Peer Navigator certification to be hired; candidates should include their certification number on their resume, or list 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.
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.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; sit and/or stand for extended periods; reach, walk, climb, pull, push, grasp, stretch, and stoop; talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions.
Must wear comfortable, office-appropriate clothing.

Responsibilities

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