Peer Support Specialist - SGV Recidivism Reduction Services Program

Sycamores•Altadena, CA

41d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Proposition 47 funded Recidivism Reduction Services (RRS) program will provide services west of the I-605/San Gabriel Riverbed: Alhambra, Arcadia, Bradbury, Duarte, El Monte, Irwindale, La Canada Flintridge, Monrovia, Montebello, Monterey Park, Rosemead, Temple City, San Gabriel, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South El Monte, South Pasadena and unincorporated areas. The anti-recidivism programming will be part of a greater continuum of services funded by the Proposition 47 Grant Program and the SGVCOG. Sycamores will play a vital role in receiving client referrals from several different pathways including: SGV CARE clients; City staff participating in the SGVCOG’s homelessness programming; Police Departments participating in the SGV CARE program; School Districts within the SGV CARE program; Court ordered program referrals; Jail in-reach programs; and Other SGVCOG contracted service providers. Sycamores will work closely with SGV CARE (mobile crisis) service providers including L.A. CADA & Gods Pantry, as well as Support Solutions who will be providing housing support, to ensure that the Program is effectively serving the region. Peer Support Specialist is partnered with the Peer Support Specialist Supervisor who jointly provides follow up and linkage to persons in need within the San Gabriel Valley. The team is also responsible for providing additional stabilization interventions, advocating for client voice and choice, self-determination, and decision-making in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent degree.
At least one year of job-related experience conducting street outreach to people experiencing homelessness.
Be self-identified as having experience with the process of recovery from a mental illness or substance use disorder, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent, caregiver, or family member of a consumer.
If the lived experience includes a history of substance use, a minimum of two (2) years of continuous sobriety prior to the date of employment is required, and ongoing sobriety must be maintained throughout the duration of employment.
Valid California driver’s license.
Acceptable driving record as determined Agency policy.
Proof of auto insurance meeting minimum coverage requirements.
Ability to physically manage and/or de-escalate consumers/residents.
Continuous use of bilateral upper extremities in fine motor activities requiring fingering, grasping, and forward reaching between waist and chest level.
Continuous use of near vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills in handling telephone calls, interacting with customers and co-workers and performing job duties.
Requires physical presence in the office during standard business hours.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Satisfy a pre-employment background check, drug, and health screen.

Nice To Haves

Previous lived experience in homelessness, substance abuse, or criminal justice involvement preferred.
Certification in peer support is preferred but not required.
Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide follow up and linkage to persons in need within the San Gabriel Valley.
Provide additional stabilization interventions.
Advocate for client voice and choice, self-determination, and decision-making in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services.
Share their lived experience.
Maintain all required licenses and certifications.
Drive company vehicles for crisis intervention, including the provision of urgent or emergency services.