Certified Peer Navigator (SWING-RJD)

Amity Foundation, an internationally acclaimed Teaching, and Therapeutic Community is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals with a desire to teach, learn and join our community as a Cal MHSA Certified Peer Navigator. This groundbreaking opportunity will allow you to work with our prison and re-entry programs helping the community and will also enhance your training and experience in the field. The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. Title: Peer Navigator ASP. Reports To: Program Director. Department: Prison Projects. Location: Multiple (Regions 1,2,6). FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt. Supervises: No. Position Status: Full Time, Accrual Level FT1.

Responsibilities

Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized curriculum to the participants; Conduct class and facilitate individual sessions to develop action plans and/or provide make-up work; Evaluate and document progress of participants assigned to their classes; Engage participants daily, reinforce group norms and expectations for participation and completion; Document delivery of CBI programming services in ARMS; Work collaboratively with the CDCR/CCHCS headquarters, local institution, and CDCR contracted staff; Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Must be a Cal MHSA Certified Peer Navigator to be hired; Candidates who include their Certification number on their resume will be prioritized, or write the scheduled date of their Cal MHSA Test on their resume; Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; Ability to foster teamwork and cohesiveness; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Extensive knowledge of office management systems and procedures; Ability to maintain confidential information; Ability to operate general office equipment; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision; Paid vacation, sick time, & holidays; 401K, HSA, & Life insurance programs; Organization committed to community action; Community oriented workplace