Peer Navigator III – Prop 47 – Justice Services

Peer Navigator III – Prop 47

4 Positions

Non-Exempt

Full-Time; 40 hours per week

$22/hr + $1/hr with bilingual certification + $1/hr MRT Training Certification

Work Location: Ventura County Hall of Justice- Requires additional security clearance.

Schedule: Monday-Friday; hours may vary

Bilingual Preferred

REQUIRES FLEXIBLE HOURS

OVERVIEW:

This position falls within the Case Manager job classification. Reports to the Program Manager and constitutes a member of the Justice Services Team. Provides trauma informed, client centered, culturally and linguistically appropriate advocacy, case management and supportive services for at-risk adults identified by the Ventura County Public Defender’s Office in the County of Ventura. Peer Navigator is responsible for assisting clients in determining their needs, developing and coordinating the case plan, linking clients with needed housing, medical, social, emotional and vocational services in the community, provide referrals to Gold Coast Health Plan for ECM services, and acting as a liaison between all support services being provided. Peer Navigators will be expected to adapt to diversity and the cultural contexts of individuals and communities served. In addition, Peer Navigators will offer a suite of evidence-based programming to all clients. This position regularly attends all mandatory meetings, does not supervise any other staff or volunteers. The Peer Navigator will be co-located in the Ventura County Hall of Justice, including secure areas within the Hall of Justice by the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, and other locations throughout Ventura County, depending on client need.

DUTIES:

• Conduct in-person intake and assessments and provide comprehensive case management and support to clients
• Coordinate referrals and linkages to other community resources
• Provide or facilitate client transportation to and from appointments
• Serve as liaison with community partners and volunteers
• Complete and submit timely documentation on each required service according to contract and/or program requirements
• Develop a goal-oriented care plan, monitor client’s response to interventions and update or modify plans as needed.
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups for clients including Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) groups.
• Coordinate and attend community outreach events
• Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with public and private community agencies.
• Facilitate presentations for communities and partners
• Assigned to both Interface and partner work sites.
• Develop appropriate relationships and maintain appropriate boundaries with assigned youth and families
• Participate in staff development and training; including, but not limited to, strength-based and trauma informed approaches to service delivery
• Requires field-based client contact which can include law enforcement operations and home visits.
• Provides training and support for the CM I and II team members.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Relevant lived experience is preferred. Lived experience for justice-involved individuals refers to the insights and knowledge gained by those who have personally navigated the criminal justice system. This includes experiences with incarceration, probation, legal challenges, and the broader social and systemic impacts of criminal justice involvement.

Associate degree or 2 years equivalent work/volunteer/relevant lived experience. Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. A minimum of 2 years’ experience providing case management to the target population, or a similar group is required. Requires a seasoned case manager able to work with minimal supervision and able to handle a variety of client related situations. Must be sensitive and competent to serve clients from diverse cultures and languages. Must possess ability to handle emergency/crisis situations, as well as strong decision making, case management, conflict resolution, leadership and excellent time management skills. Must be comfortable and proficient in using electronic health record (EHR) systems for data entry. Must be able to prioritize tasks, organize thoughts and communicate well both verbally and in writing. Must have completed or be willing to complete motivational interviewing, and trauma informed approaches trainings within 3 months of hire. Requires ability to collaborate with agency staff and community partners while demonstrating exemplary customer service. Must be computer literate with Microsoft Office and the internet. Must be familiar with mandatory child abuse reporting requirements.

Successful background and criminal clearance required and maintained, including but not limited to California Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI, Child Abuse Index and Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).  Separate criminal clearance required for Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, Proof of a valid California Driver’s License, reliable transportation, proof of automobile insurance (listed as covered), pass and maintain driving approval as required by our insurer.