$57,325 - $84,802 yearly
County of Riverside
Riverside, CA
ABOUT THE POSITION Riverside University Health System – Behavioral Health is seeking a qualified Senior Certified Peer Support Specialist to support the Mental Health Services Act Family Advocate program in Riverside, CA. Senior Family Advocates draw upon their lived experience supporting a family member with behavioral health or substance use challenges, along with their formal Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification, to provide individualized, person-centered support to families across Riverside County. In this role, incumbents conduct community outreach, reduce linguistic and cultural barriers, and engage hard-to-reach or underserved families who may struggle to access mental-health services. Senior Family Advocates deliver psychoeducation presentations, assist families in understanding the behavioral-health system, and promote equitable access to care. They collaborate closely with clinical teams, model recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practices, and help...