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Peer Advocate - P/T Weekends 9am-3pm

Good Seed Community Development Corporation

#Outreach #Documentation #CPR #Mental Health #First Aid #Homelessness #Social Services #Co-occurring Disorders #Recovery

Quick overview

Provide peer-based support to individuals dealing with mental health challenges, homelessness, and co-occurring disorders. Act as a bridge between clients and the clinical care team while maintaining accurate client records.

Requirements summary

Requires lived experience with mental health recovery and a high school diploma or equivalent. Candidates must hold or be willing to obtain a Peer Support Specialist certification.

high schoolprofessional certificateCPRInterpersonal skillsFirst aidCrisis interventionCase managementClient documentationCommunity outreachTrauma-informed carePeer supportSubstance use disorder supportSocial service systemsMental health recovery

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Peer Advocate to join our mental health services team in Los Angeles, CA. This position is part-time weekends Saturday & Sunday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 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.
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 Plus:
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 Long Beach
Knowledge of Los Angeles County mental health resources and social service systems
Bilingual in English and Spanish (or other languages reflective of the Long Beach community)
Familiarity with LA County Department of Mental Health (DMH) programs and protocols
CPR/First Aid certification Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour | Hours: Part-Time weekends Saturday & Sunday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Long Beach, CA

Peer Advocate - P/T Weekends 9am-3pm

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