Peer Support Specialist

Job Title: Peer Support Specialist, High Fidelity Wraparound Program
Location: California
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Starting at $25 per hour DOE
Date Posted: 09-01-2026

About the Role
The Peer Support Specialist is a valued member of the High Fidelity Wraparound (HFW) Program team, providing individualized, community-based support services to children, youth, young adults, and families with complex behavioral health needs. High Fidelity Wraparound is an intensive, team-based care coordination model designed to help individuals remain successful in their homes, schools, and communities while reducing the need for higher levels of care.

As a Peer Support Specialist, you will use your lived experience to build trusting relationships with clients and families, promote hope and resiliency, and support individuals in achieving their personal goals. Working closely with treatment teams, you will help clients navigate systems of care, connect with resources, develop self-advocacy skills, and strengthen community supports.

Productivity Expectation:  This position has a baseline productivity expectation of 50%, generally equivalent to an average of approximately 3.5 hours of direct client service per workday.  The meeting of such requirements will be addressed in accordance with the Company policies and applicable law.

Responsibilities
· Provide individualized peer support services to children, youth, young adults, and families enrolled in the High Fidelity Wraparound Program
· Build trusting relationships through shared lived experience, encouragement, and mentorship
· Support client engagement in behavioral health services and community-based activities
· Assist clients and families in identifying strengths, goals, and personal recovery strategies
· Promote self-advocacy, self-determination, and independent decision-making
· Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams to support coordinated care
· Help clients access community resources, educational supports, employment services, housing resources, and other social supports
· Participate in treatment planning and team meetings as appropriate
· Document services and activities according to program and organizational requirements
· Provide transportation assistance and accompany clients to appointments and community activities when appropriate
· Maintain compliance with HIPAA, ethical standards, and professional boundaries
· Participate in required trainings, supervision, and professional development activities
· Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications
· High school diploma or GED required
· Lived experience with behavioral health services, recovery, or supporting a family member, loved one, or significant support person receiving behavioral health services
· Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
· Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and backgrounds
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
· Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and active automobile insurance
· Proof of education required

Preferred Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field preferred but not required
· One or more years of experience as a Peer Specialist, Peer Mentor, Family Partner, or related role
· Knowledge of recovery-oriented services, peer support principles, and strengths-based practices
· Knowledge of behavioral health systems and community resources
· Experience working with children, youth, young adults, and families
· Bilingual skills preferred

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees:
· Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
· Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
· Up to 10 paid holidays
· Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
· DailyPay – access your earnings without waiting for payday
· Training, development, and continuing education opportunities

All Employees:
· 401(k)
· Free licensure supervision
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
· Pet insurance
· Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
· Mileage reimbursement
· Cellphone stipend

(Benefits may vary by state or county)

Work Location
California – Community-based, home-based, school-based, and office settings as determined by client and program needs
Local travel required

Employment Type
Full-time

How to Apply
If you are passionate about helping others, have lived experience that can inspire hope and growth, and want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, youth, and families, click “Apply Now” to join Clarvida as a Peer Support Specialist in the High Fidelity Wraparound Program.

About Clarvida
Clarvida is a leader in behavioral health care, providing community-based mental health and human services. Our commitment to innovative, recovery-focused, and culturally responsive care helps individuals and families achieve meaningful and lasting outcomes. We offer a supportive environment where employees can grow professionally while making a lasting impact in their communities.

Learn more: http://www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values/
See other opportunities: https://www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida

Equal Opportunity Employer
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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Keywords
Peer Support Specialist, Peer Mentor, Family Partner, Behavioral Health, High Fidelity Wraparound, HFW, Community Mental Health, Family Support Services, Youth Services, Recovery Support, Behavioral Health Services, Clarvida Careers