Peer Advocate - P/T Afternoons M-F 3pm-7pm

• We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Peer Advocate to join our mental health services team in Long Beach, CA.
• This position is Part-Time afternoon (20 hours/week) Monday – Friday | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
• This position is designed to provide peer-based support to individuals living with mental health challenges, co-occurring disorders, and/or histories of homelessness during high-need afternoon and evening hours.
• As a Peer Advocate, you will draw upon your own lived experience with mental health recovery to inspire hope, build connection, and support clients on their personal recovery journeys.
• This role is grounded in the principles of peer support — mutuality, self-determination, and empowerment — and serves as a bridge between clients and the clinical care team.
• Your unique perspective as someone with lived experience is the foundation of this position and a core part of our service model.

Required

• Lived experience with mental health recovery, co-occurring disorders, and/or homelessness — this is a core qualification for this role
• High school diploma or equivalent, relevant education or training in peer support, human services, or a related field preferred
• Certification as a Peer Support Specialist (or willingness to obtain certification upon hire)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing mental illness, homelessness, and/or substance use disorders
• Commitment to the principles of recovery, self-determination, and trauma-informed care
• Proficiency in basic documentation and ability to maintain client records
• Preferred:
• California Peer Support Specialist certification or completion of a recognized peer support training program
• Experience providing peer support in a Drop-In Center, outreach, or community mental health setting in Los Angeles
• Knowledge of Los Angeles County mental health resources and social service systems
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (or other languages reflective of the Los Angeles)
• Familiarity with LA County Department of Mental Health (DMH) programs and protocols