Behavioral Health, Case Management, Chronic Disease, Community Health, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Data Collection, Disease Prevention and Control, Documentation, Flexible Spending Accounts, HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), Health Education, Health Plan, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Homeless Services, Life Insurance, Medi-Cal, Medications, Medicine, Mentoring, Needs Assessment, Patient Education, Patient Follow-up, Primary Care, Program Evaluation, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Quality Management, Social Work, Succession Planning, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Treatment Plan, Tuition Reimbursement
Certified Peer Support Specialist (Peer Recovery Navigator)
The Peer Recovery Navigator is a key member of the Street Medicine Team, providing field-based outreach, engagement, and care coordination to individuals experiencing homelessness and substance use disorders. This role combines lived experience-informed peer support with Community Health Worker (CHW) responsibilities to connect patients to essential medical, behavioral health, and social services. The Peer Recovery Navigator will play a critical role in supporting Medications for Addiction Treatment (MAT) expansion, HIV initiatives, and grant-related program activities.
Benefits:
- Free Medical, Dental & Vision
- 13 Paid Holidays + PTO
- 403 (B) retirement match
- Life Insurance, EAP
- Tuition Reimbursement
- SEIU Union
- Flexible Spending Account
- Continued workforce development & training
- Succession plans & growth within
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent GED. Associate Degree in a related field preferred.
- Must self-identify as a current or past consumer of mental health services or substance use. Having a relative that identifies with the mentioned above also qualifies.
Interpersonal Skills
- Must possess the ability to speak to individuals on 1:1 basis or in a group
Additional Requirements:
- Reliable transportation and flexibility to travel between Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties as needed.
- Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist (PSS) required or ability to obtain within 6-12 months of hire OR completion of a state-approved peer support training program and successful certification exam required.
- Must maintain certification and complete continuing education requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Peer Support & Patient Engagement
- Conduct street-based outreach and build trusting relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness and substance use disorders.
- Provide peer support, mentorship, and recovery-oriented guidance based on lived experience (if applicable).
- Support patients in accessing and adhering to treatment plans, including MAT services.
- Accompany patients to appointments when appropriate and provide follow-up support.
Care Coordination & Referrals
- Facilitate referrals to substance use treatment programs, primary care, mental health services, housing resources, and social services.
- Assist patients with navigation of healthcare systems, including enrollment in benefits and linkage to care.
- Collaborate closely with providers, case managers, and community partners to ensure continuity of care.
MAT Program Support
- Support the expansion and delivery of Medications for Addiction Treatment (MAT) services in the field and clinic settings.
- Educate patients on MAT options and reduce stigma associated with treatment.
- Assist with patient tracking, follow-ups, and engagement in MAT services.
HIV Initiative Support
- Conduct outreach, education, and linkage to HIV prevention, testing, and treatment services.
- Support adherence to HIV care plans and coordinate with HIV service providers.
Grant & Program Activities
- Participate in grant-related activities tied to MAT program expansion, including data collection and reporting.
- Attend required meetings such as bi-monthly learning collaboratives and team trainings.
- Assist with completion of program assessments and required deliverables (e.g., baseline and final assessments, semi-annual reports).
Community Health Worker (CHW) Functions
- Provide health education on harm reduction, overdose prevention, chronic disease management, and wellness.
- Conduct basic screenings and assist with health-related social needs assessments.
- Support outreach events, encampment visits, and mobile clinic operations.
Team Support
- Assist the Street Medicine Team with general field operations, including mobile clinic setup and patient flow.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and services provided.
- Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement efforts.
St. John's Community Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Monday - Friday 8 am-4:30 pm
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ST. JOHNS WELL CHILD AND FAMILY CENTER, INC.