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Parents Anonymous Inc

Peer Workforce Developer

Parents Anonymous Inc, Pomona, California, United States, 91768

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Location:

Pomona, CA

Working hours:

Full Time, Monday through Friday, 2 Evenings weekly approximately 5pm –9pm, weekends as needed.

About Us We are a compassionate organization dedicated to supporting the personal growth and development of all Parents, Children, and Youth through trusted programs that promote broad engagement and strengthen families. We offer a welcoming environment where parents, caregivers, and their children can receive support, guidance, and resources to help them navigate personal concerns and challenges.

Learn more about Parents Anonymous®: https://parentsanonymous.org/ Learn more about the CA and National Parent and Youth Helplines: https://caparentyouthhelpline.org https://nationalparentyouthhelpline.org Learn more about the United Mental Health Promoters (UMHP) program: https://dmh.lacounty.gov/resources/united-mental-health-promoters/

Position Overview Parents Anonymous® Inc. is seeking a driven and culturally responsive Peer Workforce Developer (Bilingual Preferred) to build and maintain strategic relationships with employer partners, coordinate peer placements, and support peer employment success. You will play a key role in developing work‑based learning (WBL) opportunities and post‑placement support systems for certified peer support specialists. This role requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills to support career matching, placement tracking, and partner engagement.

You must be a Peer to be considered for this position. The definition of Peer is listed below:

A Peer is an individual who is self‑identified as having lived experience with the process of recovery from mental illness, substance use disorder, or both, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent or family member of the consumer.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and contact potential employer partners monthly through presentations, networking, and outreach.

Maintain detailed documentation of outreach, interactions, and partnerships using Smartsheets and other systems.

Coordinate placements and resolve issues with employer partners.

Track interview outcomes and employer follow‑up through surveys and performance evaluations.

Peer Placement and Support

Collaborate with Peer Workforce Recruiters and Trainers to match certified peers with suitable paid or volunteer roles.

Coordinate Work‑Based Learning activities such as job shadowing, training, and coaching aligned with peers’ career goals.

Conduct placement workshops (resume, mock interviews, etc.) to support job readiness.

Facilitate at least 5 peer placements per month and document accurately.

Support peer and employer partners for 6‑12 months post‑placement to ensure satisfaction and retention.

Provide re‑placement assistance when necessary.

General Duties and Program Alignment

Complete Medi‑CAl Peer Support Specialist Certification Training and pass the CalMHSA Exam within 90 days of hire.

Participate in required trainings and organizational events.

Uphold professional standards including confidentiality, HIPAA compliance, and person‑centered practices.

Maintain schedules, communications, equipment security, and accurate records using Outlook, ADP, and Smartsheet.

Qualifications

MUST VERIFY THAT YOU ARE A PEER (WITH LIVED EXPERIENCE): A Peer is an individual who is self‑identified as having lived experience with the process of recovery from mental illness, substance use disorder, or both, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent or family member of the consumer.

Must work 2 evenings a week and weekend hours as needed.

Bilingual in Spanish/English highly preferred; additional languages a plus.

Must be at least 18 years old.

Must have at least a high school diploma. Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field is a plus.

Prior experience in employment development, workforce placement, career counseling, outreach, or peer support services is strongly preferred.

Strong Communication & Outreach Skills: Ability to engage, recruit, and collaborate with employers, community organizations, and peers in various settings.

Experience assisting individuals with resume building, interview preparation, and job readiness is a plus.

Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed to attend job fairs, outreach events, and meet program deliverables.

Must be technically proficient, particularly in maintaining accurate documentation of outreach, placements, and follow‑ups using tools such as Smartsheets, Excel, or other tracking systems.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating strong problem‑solving and relationship‑building skills.

Must embrace and reflect the Mission, Vision, and Principles of Parents Anonymous® Inc.

Must embrace the philosophy and theory of change of Parent Anonymous® including mutual support, parent leadership, shared leadership®, and personal growth and change.

Must have well‑developed computer skills.

Must be culturally responsive, responsible, and seek assistance from supervisor when work challenges arise.

Must have a smartphone.

Must have a working vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and have the ability to go to work and outreach in the surrounding area.

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

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