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At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed - it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.\nJob Overview\nThe Peer Support Specialist is responsible for delivering peer support services in an outpatient setting to clients suffering from drug or alcohol dependencies. The Specialist possesses a deep understanding of the concepts of hope, recovery, and wellness, and can effectively advocate for the rights and needs of individuals facing mental health and addiction challenges. The Specialist demonstrates compassion and respect while utilizing a combination of psychiatric rehabilitation skills and addiction recovery principles to promote recovery. The Specialist collaborates with the patient to define treatment goals and treatment success measures, using evidence-based outcome measures. Through fostering connection and a sense of belonging, the Specialist works with clients as equals, encouraging self-direction, wellness, and recovery. Lastly, the Specialist may attend various conferences/workshops concerning mental health or substance use treatment and may be involved in multidisciplinary projects.\nMinimum Requirements\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent education required.\n\nAssociate’s degree preferred.\n\nHave Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification (CMPSS) with the California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA) and maintain CMPSS certification in good standing throughout employment OR\n\nMust obtain Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification (CMPSS) within 1 month of hire and maintain the certification in good standing with the California Mental Health Services Authority throughout employment.\n\nMust have lived experience with the process of recovery from a mental illness or substance use disorder, required.\n\nMinimum of 2 years of work experience in substance dependence, mental health, or the healthcare field is preferred.\n\nStrong understanding of addiction recovery practices and trauma-informed care, preferred.\n\nMinimum of 1 year of healthcare experience is preferred.\n\nBilingual Spanish is preferred.\n\nValid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.\n\nCompensation\n$25.00 - $25.00 hourlyCompensation Disclaimer\nActual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.\nBenefits & Career Development\nMedical, Dental and Vision insurance\n403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nCommuter Flexible Spending\nCareer Advancement & Development opportunities\nPaid Time Off & Holidays\nPaid CME Days \nMalpractice insurance and tail coverage\nTuition Reimbursement Program\nCorporate Employee Discounts\nEmployee Referral Bonus Program\nPet Care Insurance\nJob Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement\nAltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. 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