Peer Mentor - Los Angeles, United States - Peer Voices

Peer Voices

Verified Company

Los Angeles, United States

5 days ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Peer Mentor to join our team.

As a Peer Mentor, you will provide support and guidance to individuals facing behavioral health challenges, addiction, and mental health issues.

Your role will involve utilizing your own lived experience to inspire and motivate others on their journey to recovery.

Responsibilities:

Engage with individuals in a supportive and nonjudgmental manner
Provide oneonone mentoring and counseling sessions
Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change
Assist individuals in developing coping skills and strategies for managing crisis situations
Collaborate with social workers, counselors, and other professionals to develop comprehensive treatment plans
Advocate for clients' needs and rights within the healthcare system
Facilitate group therapy sessions and support groups
Maintain accurate and confidential records of client interactions

Skills:

Strong knowledge of social work systems and resources
Excellent mentoring and counseling skills
Familiarity with behavioral health, addiction counseling, and mental health counseling principles
Ability to provide crisis intervention and management support
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Empathy and understanding towards individuals facing challenges
Ability to establish rapport and build trusting relationships with clients
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

We offer competitive compensation for this position. This is not an internship position.

Job Types:
Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay:
$ $21.00 per hour

Benefits: