Communicare+OLE
Peer Support Advocate, MAT (Napa/Solano)
Communicare+OLE, Fairfield, California, United States, 94533
Peer Support Advocate, Mobile Health (Napa/Solano)
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$26.16/hr - $31.98/hr Position Title
Peer Support Advocate – MAT Program
Department
Behavioral Health
Reports To Title
Director of Substance Use and Latinx Services
LOCATION:
Napa and Solano Counties; this position will sit at West Fairfield
Pay Range
$26.16 to $31.98/hr (depending on experience)
Schedule
Mon to Fri, 40 hours a week
DLSE/FLSA STATUS: ()
____Exempt/Salaried position
_X___Nonexempt/Hourly position
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (does This Position Have Direct Reports)
YES
X NO
About CommuniCare+OLE
Established in 2023, CommuniCare+OLE is the result of a union of two health centers with a deep roots in their respective communities and reputations for providing high-quality primary care to all, regardless of insurance or ability to pay: OLE Health of Napa and Solano Counties and CommuniCare Health Centers of Yolo County. Building on a legacy established by both organizations in 1972, CommuniCare+OLE is a network of federally-qualified health centers with 17 sites across Napa, Solano, and Yolo Counties. It offers comprehensive care, including medical, dental, behavioral health and substance use treatment, nutrition, optometry, pharmacy, care coordination, referrals, and enrollment assistance to more than 70,000 individuals, and no one is turned away due to lack of insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay. Many services are offered outside of its sites, including mobile health, home visiting, and community and school-based programs.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage Employer covers 90% of employee medical, dental and vision premium and 50% of dependent premium 18 days of PTO (Vacation & Sick) 10 Paid Holidays + 1 Float Holiday 2% Employer Match on Employee 4% contribution for 403(b) retirement plan Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per Calendar Year for part-time and full-time employees (prorated per Full-Time Equivalent) Life & Accidental Insurance Coverage Employer contribution for Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Limited FSA Options
JOB SUMMARY/OVERVIEW: The Peer Support Advocate (MAT) reports directly to the Director of Substance Use and Latinx Services and aims to prevent relapse, encourage engagement of people who use substances and struggle with addiction. They will empower clients through strengths-based coaching supporting linkages to community resources and educating beneficiaries and their families
CommuniCare+OLE provides an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and life experience.
CommuniCare+OLE encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including, but not limited to, Black, Indigenous Peoples,
people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, individuals of
all ages and religions, and individuals who have been affected by the legal system.
YOU ARE WELCOME HERE.
***The following reflects requirements and essential functions of this position but does not restrict tasks that may be assigned. Essential functions include basic job duties, core elements, or fundamental responsibilities that an employee must perform to hold the position. Employees must be able to perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation (accommodation may be requested). Duties and responsibilities are not all-inclusive, and they may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time, due to reasonable accommodation or any other reason. ***
MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS/TRAINING
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience/Lived Experience:
The Peer Advocate (MAT) uses personal/lived experience (identifying as a person in recovery from substance use/addiction to provide support to individuals struggling with addiction.
Special Skills/Training: Cal MHSA Peer Support Training and/or Certification (preferred). Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. BLS Certification required.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Assist clients with problematic substance use and mental health challenges by offering a shared understanding, respect, and encouragement that includes sharing lived experiences providing support and advocacy, and hope in a non-judgmental way.
Assist in practical supports by promoting wellness and recovery, assisting in setting recovery goals, action steps and achievement of goals. Assist people in preparing for health care/treatment visits and appointments and managing complex health systems.
Serve as a role model, coach, connector and resource navigator
Collaborate with programs to assist in the appropriate transfer of care and follow-up services. Supporting linkages for transitions of care to empower participants including family members.
Offer informational support by assisting in daily management of tasks, such as attending appointments, counseling sessions including scheduling appointments, assisting with referrals, discharge planning, and referrals
Offer emotional support, encouragement and coaching to help clients build self-confidence and stability. Assist in practical supports by promoting wellness and recovery by assisting in setting recovery goals, action steps and achievement of goals
Support with reducing barriers to success by connecting with other people in recovery and getting involved in substance free activities.
Assist with coordination of care on Team, by offering insights into client progress and the development of the program.
Assist in problem solving to reduce crises.
Develop approved plans of care for each individual
Provide culturally competent individual and group services promoting recovery, resiliency, engagement, socialization, self-sufficiency, self-advocacy and the developments of natural supports.
Complete necessary documentation and tracking in a timely manner
Responsible for remaining within established ethical standards, including those of confidentiality and mandated reporting
As safe and appropriate to do so, transport clients or support with transportation arrangements
Observes all health center and departmental policies governing conduct while at work (e.g., telephone and computer use, electronic messaging, smoking regulations, parking, breaks and other related policies)
Attend training/conferences as arranged
Performs other duties as assigned. Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Peer Support Advocate, Mobile Health (Napa/Solano)
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Communicare+OLE Peer Support Advocate, Mobile Health (Napa/Solano)
1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Peer Support Advocate, Mobile Health (Napa/Solano)
role at
Communicare+OLE This range is provided by Communicare+OLE. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$26.16/hr - $31.98/hr Position Title
Peer Support Advocate – MAT Program
Department
Behavioral Health
Reports To Title
Director of Substance Use and Latinx Services
LOCATION:
Napa and Solano Counties; this position will sit at West Fairfield
Pay Range
$26.16 to $31.98/hr (depending on experience)
Schedule
Mon to Fri, 40 hours a week
DLSE/FLSA STATUS: ()
____Exempt/Salaried position
_X___Nonexempt/Hourly position
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (does This Position Have Direct Reports)
YES
X NO
About CommuniCare+OLE
Established in 2023, CommuniCare+OLE is the result of a union of two health centers with a deep roots in their respective communities and reputations for providing high-quality primary care to all, regardless of insurance or ability to pay: OLE Health of Napa and Solano Counties and CommuniCare Health Centers of Yolo County. Building on a legacy established by both organizations in 1972, CommuniCare+OLE is a network of federally-qualified health centers with 17 sites across Napa, Solano, and Yolo Counties. It offers comprehensive care, including medical, dental, behavioral health and substance use treatment, nutrition, optometry, pharmacy, care coordination, referrals, and enrollment assistance to more than 70,000 individuals, and no one is turned away due to lack of insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay. Many services are offered outside of its sites, including mobile health, home visiting, and community and school-based programs.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage Employer covers 90% of employee medical, dental and vision premium and 50% of dependent premium 18 days of PTO (Vacation & Sick) 10 Paid Holidays + 1 Float Holiday 2% Employer Match on Employee 4% contribution for 403(b) retirement plan Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per Calendar Year for part-time and full-time employees (prorated per Full-Time Equivalent) Life & Accidental Insurance Coverage Employer contribution for Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Limited FSA Options
JOB SUMMARY/OVERVIEW: The Peer Support Advocate (MAT) reports directly to the Director of Substance Use and Latinx Services and aims to prevent relapse, encourage engagement of people who use substances and struggle with addiction. They will empower clients through strengths-based coaching supporting linkages to community resources and educating beneficiaries and their families
CommuniCare+OLE provides an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and life experience.
CommuniCare+OLE encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including, but not limited to, Black, Indigenous Peoples,
people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, individuals of
all ages and religions, and individuals who have been affected by the legal system.
YOU ARE WELCOME HERE.
***The following reflects requirements and essential functions of this position but does not restrict tasks that may be assigned. Essential functions include basic job duties, core elements, or fundamental responsibilities that an employee must perform to hold the position. Employees must be able to perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation (accommodation may be requested). Duties and responsibilities are not all-inclusive, and they may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time, due to reasonable accommodation or any other reason. ***
MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS/TRAINING
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience/Lived Experience:
The Peer Advocate (MAT) uses personal/lived experience (identifying as a person in recovery from substance use/addiction to provide support to individuals struggling with addiction.
Special Skills/Training: Cal MHSA Peer Support Training and/or Certification (preferred). Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. BLS Certification required.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Assist clients with problematic substance use and mental health challenges by offering a shared understanding, respect, and encouragement that includes sharing lived experiences providing support and advocacy, and hope in a non-judgmental way.
Assist in practical supports by promoting wellness and recovery, assisting in setting recovery goals, action steps and achievement of goals. Assist people in preparing for health care/treatment visits and appointments and managing complex health systems.
Serve as a role model, coach, connector and resource navigator
Collaborate with programs to assist in the appropriate transfer of care and follow-up services. Supporting linkages for transitions of care to empower participants including family members.
Offer informational support by assisting in daily management of tasks, such as attending appointments, counseling sessions including scheduling appointments, assisting with referrals, discharge planning, and referrals
Offer emotional support, encouragement and coaching to help clients build self-confidence and stability. Assist in practical supports by promoting wellness and recovery by assisting in setting recovery goals, action steps and achievement of goals
Support with reducing barriers to success by connecting with other people in recovery and getting involved in substance free activities.
Assist with coordination of care on Team, by offering insights into client progress and the development of the program.
Assist in problem solving to reduce crises.
Develop approved plans of care for each individual
Provide culturally competent individual and group services promoting recovery, resiliency, engagement, socialization, self-sufficiency, self-advocacy and the developments of natural supports.
Complete necessary documentation and tracking in a timely manner
Responsible for remaining within established ethical standards, including those of confidentiality and mandated reporting
As safe and appropriate to do so, transport clients or support with transportation arrangements
Observes all health center and departmental policies governing conduct while at work (e.g., telephone and computer use, electronic messaging, smoking regulations, parking, breaks and other related policies)
Attend training/conferences as arranged
Performs other duties as assigned. Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Legal Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Communicare+OLE by 2x Get notified about new Advocate jobs in
Fairfield, CA . Peer Support Advocate, Mobile Health (Napa/Solano)
Pittsburg, CA $62,000.00-$65,000.00 3 weeks ago Deputy District Attorney I- IV (Consumer and Environmental Crimes Unit)
Fairfield, CA $10,728.33-$17,249.38 2 months ago Fairfield, CA $12,707.78-$17,766.86 2 months ago Behavioral Care Support Provider - American Canyon ($21 - $25/hr)
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