Peer Support Specialist - Certified - COF

Job Title: Peer Support Specialist Certified 

Department: Community Programs  

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Reports To: Wellness Program Coordinator 

Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm 

Location: Burney, CA  

POSITION SUMMARY:   

Under general supervision, work independently and together with Hill Country Community Clinic and other community agencies to provide peer support services to help clients achieve wellness and recovery goals.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned which may become essential to the position.   

• Assist the program manager with the administration and implementation of related wellness support programs. 

• Provide peer support as needed to program participants. 

• Facilitate support groups. 

• Facilitate trainings  

• Collaborate with community businesses, organizations and service agencies to implement the program. 

• Work collaboratively with program volunteers.   

• Coordinate workshops for program participants. 

• Assist in collecting and reporting data to the county as required by contract, regarding the use of services and expenses. 

• Assist in developing a network of services, donations, and volunteers from community-based organizations to ensure continuation of the program. 

• Assist in meeting all federal, state and local obligations regarding the operation of the program. 

• Assist the Program Manager in developing protocols, policies, and procedures. 

• Assist in building and maintaining a sense of teamwork among program participants, volunteers and staff. 

• Provide transportation as determined by the Wellness Program Manager. 

• Attend staff and team meetings.  

• Promote Hill Country programs in the community. 

• Attend designated community service provider meetings. 

• Network with and maintain a positive relationship with other community service providers. 

• Accurately communicate the Mission of Hill Country Community Clinic. 

• Provide the message of the Agency’s Mission to others. 

• Interface with other clinic administrators in a positive manner that reflects a team approach. 

• Other projects and tasks assigned.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.   

BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS: 

• Adheres to Policies & Procedures 

• Participates in team systems 

• Performs duties ethically 

• Maintains client confidentiality 

• Demonstrates ability to re-prioritize duties as the need arises 

• Use time efficiently 

• Be responsible for co-workers & client satisfaction 

• Displays flexibility in accepting, changing or carrying out assignments 

• Maintains a neat, clean & safe work environment throughout the facility 

• Performs job duties in a quality manner 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education/Experience: 

Must have knowledge of principles of rehabilitation, recovery and consumer empowerment.  Experience as a consumer of Mental Health services is preferred as well as experience working with volunteers.   
 

Certificates and Licenses:  

CPR certificate preferred. Must have current and clean CA driver’s license.  

Language Ability: 

Must have excellent communication skills.  Ability to speak publicly and one-on-one in an e