Peer Support Specialists carry out the programs of the Adult Wellness & Recovery Center. They promote and demonstrate the self-help philosophy and encourage members to take leadership roles in Center activities. The Peer Support Specialist works under the Program Manager and Lead Counselor’s direction to create an environment which promotes hope, empowerment, self-direction and dignity for all employees and all members of the Center. The Peer Support Specialist works directly with members to bring forth ideas and leadership among the members, shaping the programs of the Center.
Qualifications:
Completion of RICA Peer Counseling training or experience as a peer counselor or demonstrated abilities to become a Peer Support Specialist.
Willingness to share personal experience and/or self-identify as a consumer of mental health services.
Experience in recovery and/or psychosocial rehabilitation, and ability to articulate its core values.
Valid California Driver’s License and a driving record acceptable to our insurance carrier.
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
Work experience with the public preferred.
Hours/Pay:
Part-time regular employment. Hours to be determined. Program runs Tuesdays thru Saturdays.
$11.00 to $12.00 per hour DOE.
To apply:
E-mail resumes to or
Fax to 652-0608 to the attention of Linda Fazzone
No telephone calls please
COMMUNITY OUTREACH CASE MANAGER
Qualifications:
Minimum High School Diploma but an AA or BA degree preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years working with homeless, mentally ill clients.
Knowledge of issues related to substance abuse.
Strong ability to build a rapport with persons who are disenfranchised/homeless.
Ability to work collaboratively with other agency case managers as this is an interagency effort.
Available to work with crisis situations.
Valid California Driver’s License with a driving record acceptable to our insurance carrier.
Must have a vehicle available as well as personal automobile insurance.
Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
Hours/Pay:
Regular part-time employment – Non Exempt Position
20 hours a week - $12.00 per hour
Contact Linda Fazzone by e-mail, fax or mail. No telephone calls please.
E-mail:
Fax: 805-652-0608
Mail: Turning Point Foundation, P.O. Box 24397, Ventura, CA 93002
INTERNSHIP You are invited to participate in providing a range of services in a welcoming therapeutic environment. Unpaid internship offered for 10 to 15 hours weekly includes group and/or individual supervision for MFT, LCSW or Psychologist Interns.
The Turning Point Foundation has provided valuable services for the most needy, vulnerable citizens of Ventura County for 20 years. We serve primarily those with severe and persistent mental health issues or co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse problems.
