Top 73 Peer support specialists Jobs in Hayward, Ca

Parent Partner (FFE)
A Better Way Inc —Hayward, CA
- $23 - $27 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
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Recovery Engagement Specialist (FT, PT, Pool/PRN)
Connections Health Solutions —San Francisco, CA
- $23.00 - $27.09 an hour
- Part-time
- Vital signs
- Computer literacy
- BLS Certification
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Individualized Support Specialist
AbilityPath —Palo Alto, CA
- $26 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Current TB test
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Peer Support Specialist
Felton Institute —Oakland, CA
- $32 - $35 an hour
- Email
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
3d
Peer Support Specialist I/II - Behavioral Health & Recovery Services (Adult Programs) (Open & Promo)
County of San Mateo —San Mateo, CA
- $31.78 - $43.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Adults
- Outpatient experience
- Retirement plan
Peer Support Specialist
LA FAMILIA —Hayward, CA
- $24.35 - $24.97 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Google Workspace
- Current TB test
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Peer Partner I
Pacific Clinics —San Jose, CA
- $28.48 - $35.02 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- LMFT
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
13d
Bilingual Peer Support Specialist
Felton Institute —Oakland, CA
- $36 - $38 an hour
- Email
- Background check
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
3d
Peer Support Specialist - Mental Health 121
Telecare Corporation —Oakland, CA
- From $23 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Addiction Medicine
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Peer Navigator-CARES
LA FAMILIA —Hayward, CA
- $24.35 - $24.97 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Google Workspace
- Clean driving record
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Peer Support Specialist - Mental Health 608
Telecare Corporation —San Mateo, CA
- $23.00 - $25.76 an hour
- Part-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Crisis Peer Partner I
Pacific Clinics —San Jose, CA
- $31.40 - $38.61 an hour
- LMFT
- 18 years or older
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Companion- San Francisco
The Camden Center —San Francisco, CA
- $45 - $55 an hour
- Part-time
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Behavioral Health Certified Peer Support Specialist, Albemarle Behavioral Health Office
RHA Health Services —Piedmont, CA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Family Advocate
Mental Health Assn of Alameda County —Oakland, CA
- $1.00 - $28.75 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Paid training
- COVID-19 protective measures
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2025 SF Mentor
Camden Case Management —San Francisco, CA
- $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Mentoring
- Entry level
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CARE Court Peer Support Specialist
MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF SAN FRANCISCO —San Francisco, CA
- $28.00 - $29.81 an hour
- Full-time
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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6d
Peer Specialist
Abode Services —Palo Alto, CA
- $25.00 - $27.50 an hour
- Clean driving record
- High school
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
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PT Bilingual Family Peer Support Specialist
MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF SAN FRANCISCO —San Francisco, CA
- $33 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Bilingual
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Peer Counselor (Street Health)
Richmond Area Multi-Servi —San Francisco, CA
- $32.45 - $38.74 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Addiction Medicine
- HIPAA
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Parent Partner (FFE)

A Better Way Inc -
Hayward, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$23 - $27 an hour

Qualifications

Computer literacy
Working with families
Peer support advocacy

Full Job Description

Position: FF Parent Partner

Accountable: FF Program Supervisor

Classification: Regular, Full Time, Non- Exempt (hourly)

Date Revised: March 2026

PARENT PARTNERFAMILY FINDING & ENGAGEMENT SERVICES (FFE)HAYWARD/OAKLAND OFFICE

The Parent Partner supports the Family Finding & Engagement Program by working alongside families, relatives, and natural supports identified in a child’s life. Using lived experience and peer-based engagement, the Parent Partner helps families navigate the child welfare system, understand available services, and strengthen their ability to support the youth.

Role:

This role focuses on building relationships with relatives and supportive adults who may be part of

a youth’s long-term support network. Parent Partners provide coaching, education, and resources

navigation to help caregivers participate in planning for the youth’s well-being and permanency.

Parent Partners serve as a bridge between families and the child welfare system, helping caregivers understand processes such as Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings, permanency planning, and the Resource Family Approval (RFA) process.

Qualifications:

Lived experience navigating systems such as child welfare, education, healthcare, or related family-serving systems OR Certified Peer Support Specialist (or equivalent) with two years of experience providing peer-based support to families.
Ability to build trust and connect with families who may be hesitant or unfamiliar with system processes.
Experience working with families involved in child welfare, kinship care, or foster care systems.
Knowledge of community resources within Alameda County.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and cultural backgrounds.
Basic computer skills and willingness to learn agency documentation systems.
Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain an active caseload of 20–30 participants.
Provide ongoing engagement and support through phone, virtual, and in-person contact.
Track services, family contacts, and outcomes in accordance with program requirements.
Maintain accurate and timely case documentation
Build professional relationships with relatives, kin, and supportive adults identified through the Family Finding process.
Connect families with community resources that support caregiver stability and youth placement.
Assist families in addressing barriers that may limit their ability to support the youth.
Help families understand child welfare processes, including case planning, court processes, and permanency planning.
Clarify and demystify Child Welfare and Juvenile Court systems and jargon for families.
Provide guidance to caregivers who may pursue Resource Family Approval (RFA).
Attend any Case Planning and Review Child and Family Team (CFTs) meetings to help ensure that families’ concerns are heard and addressed.
Assist families with increasing their support network on behalf of the needs of the youth, address any barriers limiting families from providing long-lasting placement
Provide one-to-one support to the kinship caregivers and families, i.e., role modeling advocacy for the caregiver: acting as a sounding board, motivator and a coach for the caregiver.
Demonstrate sensitivity and competence in dealing with ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomically diverse client population spanning over a large geographic area.
Increase awareness about the importance of caregiver /professional partnerships
Engage in personal and professional development to develop new skills and meet the challenges of the position.
Participate in required agency and county in-service training program
Communicate daily schedules and plans clearly to supervisor and other relevant parties.
The ability to relate effectively and professionally with parents, supervisors, co-workers and staff in support of families.
Meet and maintain all contract deliverables by deadlines.
Perform additional duties that support program goals and agency operations.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to regularly work off site and within the community as well as working in an office setting.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Some evenings and weekends required.

Travel

Local travel to various work sites is required.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and obtaining TB and health clearances. When applicable, driving records are periodically reviewed in accordance with company policy. Employees must also comply with the organization's vaccination requirements.

A Better Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Inclusive environments for all employees and applicants are our priority. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, neurodiversity, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This document may be subject to periodic review and revision in compliance with California labor and employment regulations.

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peer support specialists jobs in hayward, ca

Parent Partner (FFE)

Recovery Engagement Specialist (FT, PT, Pool/PRN)

Individualized Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist I/II - Behavioral Health & Recovery Services (Adult Programs) (Open & Promo)

Peer Support Specialist

Peer Partner I

Bilingual Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist - Mental Health 121

Peer Navigator-CARES

Peer Support Specialist - Mental Health 608

Crisis Peer Partner I

Companion- San Francisco

Behavioral Health Certified Peer Support Specialist, Albemarle Behavioral Health Office

Family Advocate

2025 SF Mentor

CARE Court Peer Support Specialist

Peer Specialist

PT Bilingual Family Peer Support Specialist

Peer Counselor (Street Health)

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