What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist - Housing position at County of Lake?
Under general supervision, to perform work related to developing, implementing, promoting, maintaining and overseeing a variety of activities, programs and functions related to assigned wellness center; to perform outreach and engagement activities with adults experiencing behavioral health issues in Lake County; to promote individual, family, and community-level wellness; to serve as a liaison with adults experiencing behavioral health issues; to assist in providing support to underserved and/or un-served adults experiencing behavioral health issues; and to do related work as assigned. Under direct supervision, the incumbent will be responsible for development and on-going provision of peer recovery and support services including: monitoring, informing, supporting, assisting and empowering consumers and family members/caregivers who directly or indirectly receive Behavioral Health services.
Licensing and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a certification as a Peer Support Specialist by an approved California Department of Health Care Services certifying organization within one (1) year of appointment.
Education and Experience:
Must have personal lived experience as a current or past consumer of mental health, substance use behavioral health services or family member or caregiver of a current or former mental health, substance abuse behavioral health services consumer.
Incumbent must possess a clear understanding of the behavioral health client culture and community as well as challenges faced by adults experiencing behavioral health issues, including a culture of stigma and discrimination.
Current involvement with the adult behavioral health culture and local community is strongly preferred.
This is not exhaustive of all job responsibilities. For more details, please refer to the link provided below.
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The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County.
Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.
ADA Accommodations
Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.
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