Peer Support Specialist (43527)

St Anne's • Los Angeles, CA

207d • $21 - $26

About The Position

St. Anne's Family Services is dedicated to transforming lives and communities. We are committed to providing unwavering support to families, from pregnancy to parenthood and childhood to adulthood. Our work brings about life-changing transformation, and we are seeking Health Specialists to join our Early Childhood Education team and be a vital part of this mission. Our Short-term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) is a specialized, trauma-informed residential facility that provides intensive care and therapeutic services to girls. The program focuses on addressing the emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs of clients who have experienced complex trauma. We serve girls ages 13 to 18, referred from foster care, DCFS, juvenile justice systems, or other facilities. Many of our clients are either pregnant or parenting, and we offer targeted support to help them navigate these challenges.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Recipients of DMH, DCFS, or probation and school-based services preferred
• Previous experience working with children and adolescents preferred
• Covid vaccination and booster required
• Valid California Class C Driver's License
• Valid automobile insurance

Responsibilities

• Provide advocacy services by obtaining information, identifying needs and barriers, engaging in problem solving, and linkage to appropriate resources
• Consult with the treatment team to address the needs of the participants and families
• Provide in-home support services
• Identify strategies to address treatment needs and barriers that affect treatment progression
• Liaison with the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), Probation Department and other community resources
• Research community resources and enable participants to utilize the resources
• Document clients' progress within Department of Mental Health (DMH)

Benefits

• Generous, Paid-Time Off Policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees