Good Seed Community Development Corporation·Long Beach, California
Provide peer-based support to individuals with mental health challenges, co-occurring disorders, or histories of homelessness. Act as a bridge between clients and the clinical care team while maintaining accurate client records.
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.
Requires lived experience with mental health recovery and a high school diploma or equivalent. Candidates should possess or be willing to obtain a Peer Support Specialist certification.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
Peer Advocate - P/T Weekends 9am-3pm
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