Peer Advocate, Housing & Self-Sufficiency

Peer Advocate LifeSpringPosition SummaryLifeline Services is hiring a Peer Advocate to support our growing team. The Peer Advocate provides supportive services to youth and youth adults (YYA) who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness. Assures that the Drop in Center is functioning from a housing first model. The Peer Advocate makes sure that the YYAs needs and wants are being heard and addressed that YYAs are getting assistance in obtaining safe stable inclusive housing that supports independence and permanent connection. This is a lived experience role that will help our team to create a warm and welcoming environment for the young people that we serve. Were looking for a candidate with strong skills in engagement crisis intervention case management interviewing rapport building assessment goal setting and youth participation and development. Required QualificationsApplicant must have lived experience and have knowledge on how to navigate preferred or enrolled in college a good understanding of the homeless issue here in San Diego human development mental health and substance use and how that impacts daily have reliable transportation and be willing to work evenings as necessary to meet YYAs needs. Successful completion of multi-state criminal background check. ResponsibilitiesCreate a safe welcoming and supportive environment to engage participants. Provide basic needs assistance (food water new clothing hygiene products access to shower and do laundry etc.)Create organize and facilitate the various groups and outings. Connect participants to resources based on their and organize outreach efforts Maintain the drop-in center (cleanliness ensure rules are being followed food orders and basic needs inventory)Completes other duties as positionMonday-Friday from 8:30am-5pm (with flexibility)$20.00 - $22.00 Salary will commensurate with experience and education. Differential pay offered for bilingual skills. RequirementMust have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation with a good driving to use own properly insured reliable vehicle for the job (mileage reimbursed). Employment subject to clearances including background finger printing checks driving record tuberculosis testing and drug the Company North County Lifeline Inc. is a non-profit human services organization that offers a wide range of services to the people of San Diego County. Our mission is to build self-reliance among youth individuals and families through problem solving skill-building and accessible community-based services. Come be part of a team who CAR2Es! At North County Lifeline you will find people who are Connected to the communities we serve Authentic and Resourceful. We are Responsive to the needs of our clients and Engaged in our mission to build self-reliance among youth adults and families. Equal Opportunity offer flexible work hours and excellent benefits to our paid vacation Paid sick time (6 days)Paid holidays (14 days) 100% employer paid medical dental vision chiropractic and acupuncture coverage 100% employer paid life insuranceHealth and wellness programs Employee Assistance program Professional development assistanceGreat employee incentive awards program Training and education assistanceMatched 403b retirement plan Flexible Spending Account Paid supervision hours (clinical positions)Equal Employment Opportunity StatementNorth County Lifeline DBA Lifeline Community Services (Lifeline) is steadfast in its commitment to ensuring an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and discrimination is not tolerated. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel valued respected and empowered to bring their best selves to work. We adhere to all federal state and local laws concerning employment discrimination and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local California we extend these protections to include ancestry medical condition genetic characteristics mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS) familial status citizenship primary language immigration status and age (40 and above) among others recognizing and valuing the diverse backgrounds and perspectives that all individuals bring to our is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) by providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and by ensuring that our employment practices do not discriminate against any believe that diversity fuels innovation and creativity and we are dedicated to building a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills. 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All employees are encouraged to report any instances of discrimination harassment or retaliation in violation of this policy to a supervisor HR representative or through our reporting embracing diversity and promoting equality Lifeline not only complies with all relevant legislation but also creates a richer more vibrant work environment for all our and Accessibility StatementLifeline Community Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals including those with compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other applicable laws Lifeline will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please contact as soon as possible. Accommodations may include but are not limited to assistance with completing the application process providing documents in an accessible format or arranging for an accessible interview goal is to ensure that all individuals have equal access to opportunities and are able to perform their job duties safely and effectively. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all employees can thrive.