IPS Peer Support Specialist

Vocational Services Fairfield, California

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Position Title: IPS Peer Specialist  
Program/Dept: Solano Jobs Plus 
Reports to: IPS Director 
Classification: Regular, Full-Time, Non-Exempt 
Salary Range: $21.43 Hourly + Full Benefits Package                    
                   
About Us: Founded in San Mateo, California, in 1964, Caminar’s thriving programs and services serve more than 14,000 individuals annually across San Mateo, Santa Clara, San Francisco, Solano, and Butte Counties. Our nonprofit organization’s portfolio of behavioral health and supportive services empowers and supports individuals and families to move toward resilience, wellness, and independence. And, we are expanding our capacity to address the increasingly complex needs of individuals and families.                       
                   
Position Summary: Under supervision of the IPS Director, the IPS Peer Specialist will provide vocational support services to individuals with mental health challenges. The IPS Peer Specialist is responsible for providing direct peer to peer support and advocacy to individuals receiving services and facilitates peer run groups. The IPS Peer Specialist helps to facilitate a positive and appropriate group environment. Also, provides one on one coaching and encouragement for consumers who are working on their vocational goals. The IPS Peer Specialist performs a wide range of tasks to assist consumers through their wellness and recovery journey. Peer Specialists function as role models demonstrating techniques in recovery and in ongoing coping skills.                    
                   
Job Duties & Responsibilities:                    
                   

  • Attend and participate in mental health treatment meetings and IPS unit meetings.   

                        

  • Discuss goals for employment and education with people. Help people explore career choices.   

                        

  • Request services and make referrals for services that people need. For example, referrals for housing services or counseling, based on the person’s preferences.   

                        

  • Help people consider disclosing a disability (or other personal information) to employers and whether to ask for a job accommodation.   

                        

  • Teach wellness management strategies.   

                        

  • Engage people who are new to the program, or people who have missed appointments.   

                        

  • Help people identify different options for money management.   

                        

  • Teach people how to use available transportation.   

                        

  • Share personal stories to inspire others.   

                        

  • Assist in gathering identification documentation for employment.   

                        

  • Discuss social situations at work.   

                        

  • Assist with completing job applications and submitting resumes.   

                        

  • Meet with working people to talk about their jobs.   

                        

  • Discuss different ways to save paychecks for long-‐term goals or to budget income.   

                        

  • Provide ongoing supports after the employment specialist is no longer involved.   

                        
  • Facilitating on-site peer–run groups.
        
                   

  • Assisting consumers in developing empowerment skills through self-advocacy and stigma-busting activities.   

                        

  • Other duties as needed/assigned.   

                        
                   
Qualifications, Skills, & Requirements:                    
                   

  • Must be passionate about Caminar's mission.   

                        

  • High School Diploma or GED is required. BA in psychology or related field is preferred.   

                        

  • A minimum of two years of direct service provision to people with disabilities, preferably in a social rehabilitation or vocational setting is preferred.   

                        
                   
Special Requirements:                    
                   

  • Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, as required by Title XXII, other licensing regulations, and Caminar practices.   

                        

  • This position requires frequent driving. A valid California driver license, reliable personal vehicle, current personal auto insurance as required by law, and an MVR sufficient to obtain and reasonably maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are all essential job requirements.   

                        

  • Must be able to pass post-offer, pre-employment medical and drug tests as required under State Community Care Licensing regulations and/or agency policies.   

                        

  • A personal cell phone with reliable service and, if applicable, a data plan to use for business purposes.    

                        

  • May be required to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.  

     
  
                 
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  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Health                     
      coverage choices to fit you and your family’s needs. A zero-cost option for employee only and generous contributions to employee and dependent premiums.                    
                   
  • Flexible Spending Account                     
       Receive tax savings on out-of-pocket health care costs.                    
                   
  • Employee Wellness Program                     
       We’ll reimburse you for a portion of your gym/fitness dues.                    
           
                   
  • Life, Long-term Disability, and AD&D Insurance                     
       Provided at no cost to our full-time employees. Includes an option to purchase additional life coverage for both employees and dependents.                    
                   
  • Paid Time Off                     
       We offer twelve paid holidays and a generous sick and vacation benefit.                    
                   
  • 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan                     
       We offer options for both pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) contributions. The plan also offers an employer match on eligible employee deferrals at one year of service.                    
                   
  • Commuter Benefits                     
        Commuting to work each day can be expensive. Receive tax savings on your commuting costs!                    
                   
  • Employee Assistance Program                     
       For whatever issue you might face, our Life Assistance Program offers free, confidential assistance at no cost to you.                    
                   
          
Caminar is a leader in providing innovative client-oriented mental health services. We are an equal opportunity employer. Please visit our web site at www.caminar.org                    
                   
                    
                   
                    
                   
                   

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