Reentry Peer Support Specialist
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Overview
Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$26+/hour
Job Description
Reentry Peer Support Specialist Reentry Peer Support Specialist Location: On-site – Lake Elsinore, CASchedule: Full-Time, to start (Hours Vary)Compensation: $26.00/hrReports To:ReentryProgramManager
PositionSummary
The Reentry Peer Support Specialist is a non-clinical peer role that provides lived-experience-based support to justice-impacted individuals participating in The Happier Life Project’s reentry programs. This position supports engagement, stabilization, and successful community reintegration by building trusting relationships, offering encouragement and accountability, and assisting participants in navigating reentry-related challenges. The role complements parole supervision, case management, and/or clinical services.Key Responsibilities
- Provide non-clinical, peer-based support to justice-impacted participants using lived experience
- Buildtrustandrapportwithparticipantstosupportengagementinreentryservices
- Support participants in navigating housing, employment, recovery, community-based services, and obtaining vital documents
- Assist participants with understanding and following through on their Individual Action Plans
- Provide encouragement, motivation, and practical problem-solving support
- Support participants in attending appointments, meetings, and required services as appropriate
- Facilitate or co-facilitate individual and group peer support activities
- Model pro-social behavior, accountability, and recovery-oriented decision-making
- Assist participants in navigating challenges related to parole compliance without acting in an enforcement role
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality
- Document peer support services and participant engagement in accordance with program and grant requirements
- Collaborate with program leadership, housing navigator and workforce engagement specialists, and outreach coordinator to provide person-centered support
- Participate in supervision, team meetings, and required trainings
- Perform other duties as assigned to support program goals and operations
Minimum Qualifications
- Peer Support Specialist and/or Credible Messenger certification
- High school diploma/GED required
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with justice-impacted populations, peer support, recovery services, or reentry programs
- Lived experience with justice-involvement and parole supervision strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of reentry challenges and barriers
- Excellentcommunicationandinterpersonalskills
- Ability to build rapport with diverse populations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
- Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in human services, psychology, sociology, criminal justice, or a related field
- Experience providingpeersupportinjustice-involvedorreentrysettings
- Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented approaches
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
WorkEnvironment
This position requires regular travel to community locations, program sites, and justice-involved settings. Work hours may vary based on program needs, including evenings and weekends.Powered by JazzHR
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FAQs About Reentry Peer Support Specialist Jobs at The Happier Life Project
What is the work location for this position at The Happier Life Project?
This job at The Happier Life Project is located in Lake Elsinore, CA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at The Happier Life Project?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $26 (per hour).
What employment applies to this position at The Happier Life Project?
The Happier Life Project lists this position under the following employment categories:
- Alternate-schedule
- Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at The Happier Life Project?
The Happier Life Project is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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