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Chicanos Por La Causa

Certified Peer Support Worker

Rio Rancho, NM, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Generous paid holidays
Employee Recognition Program
Paid Time Off
paid sick days
Free preventative services
Wellness rewards
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
telemedicine services
Concierge services
401(k) retirement plan
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Our Women's Shelter is a dedicated establishment committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for women facing homelessness and other vulnerabilities. The shelter specializes in trauma-informed care to ensure every client receives empathetic, respectful, and individualized support. Our team strives to empower women to regain control of their lives through comprehensive services including housing support, mental health resources, and community integration. As a well-established women's housing navigation shelter, we focus on rapid rehousing and transitional housing programs to assist clients in their journey toward permanent housing.

We are currently expanding our team and seeking passionate Certified Peer Support W... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be a certified peer support worker through a recognized program
  • personal history of overcoming mental health or substance use challenges
  • experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or in supportive housing
  • understanding of trauma-informed care principles
  • cultural competency
  • excellent communication skills
  • problem-solving skills
  • organizational skills
  • professional and confidential conduct
  • proficiency with basic computer applications
  • valid driver's license and local travel ability

Job Qualifications

  • Certified peer support worker through a recognized program
  • lived experience overcoming mental health or substance use challenges
  • previous experience working with homeless or supportive housing populations
  • strong understanding of trauma-informed care principles
  • ability to work effectively with diverse populations
  • excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • organizational skills
  • ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality
  • proficiency in Microsoft Office and client management software
  • valid driver's license and ability to travel locally

Job Duties

  • Linking clients to community resources and support groups
  • educating and training clients on mental health and recovery topics
  • conducting intake assessments and assisting with individualized housing plans
  • fostering relationships with housing partners and landlords
  • collaborating with the treatment team for holistic care
  • assisting staff with interventions, referrals, and crisis stabilization
  • monitoring team caseloads and ensuring timely service delivery
  • ensuring staff adherence to documentation and eligibility requirements
  • maintaining tracking tools, performance dashboards, and reporting logs
  • preparing summaries, data reports, and success stories for leadership
  • assisting with onboarding, training, and coaching new staff
  • performing direct service work as needed to cover shifts

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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