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San Mateo County, CA Family Partner Peer Support Specialist I/II-Behavioral Health-Spanish Spkg Req'd (Open & Promotion) in United States
Family Partner Peer Support Specialist I/II-Behavioral Health-Spanish Spkg Req'd (Open & Promotion)
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Family Partner Peer Support Specialist I/II-Behavioral Health-Spanish Spkg Req'd (Open & Promotion)
Salary
$5,246.80 - $7,238.40 Monthly
Location
San Mateo, CA
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
G192A
Department
Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
Division
Mental Health Youth Services
Opening Date
03/17/2025
Closing Date
3/31/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
08
Description
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Description
The Position
San Mateo County Health is looking for a well-qualified individual for the position of Family Partner Support Worker I/II-Behavioral Health-Spanish Speaking Required to, under immediate supervision, provide support, wellness/recovery and educational services to family/caregivers of behavioral health and recovery or family health program services; participate as a member of our service provision teams; and perform related duties as assigned.
There is currently one regular vacancy in the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Division for the Central Youth Team, located in San Mateo. The position requires travel throughout the county to families' homes, assisting them in accessing community resources, and attending IEPs, CFTs and other meetings.
Responsibilities
This Family Partner will provide peer support to families and assist in identifying community resources that focus on wellness, resiliency and recovery in order to enhance health and family life satisfaction. Family Partners collaborate with family members of clients and staff to develop treatment goals that are based on consumer and family strengths.
This Family Partner will support the family members of clients 6-18 years old. The Family Partner will be a full-time staff member that works closely to support the family members in order to improve the wellness and recovery of the client and family. This position requires working some after hours, between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. when needed.
This Family Partner will work closely with the clinical team, with a family member perspective; support families when their loved one is entering mental health treatment; provide orientation to psychiatric services and the behavioral health system; supporting family members to access community resources and supports such as NAMI and Al-Anon; share parts of their own story as a family member of someone who has or is receiving mental health or substance use services, as appropriate; and facilitate psycho-educational and/or support groups with family members. Current members of the Central Youth Team include: four clinicians/clinical case managers; and three Psychiatrists.
The Ideal candidate will possess:
Life experience as a parent or caregiver of a child/youth or 6-18 year old, who has experienced behavioral health challenges.
Experience using their life experience as a parent or caregiver to support and assist parents and families whose child/youth or 6-18 year old have experienced behavioral health, juvenile justice and/or substance use issues.
Experience in effectively interacting and communicating with caregivers and family members of youth with mental health or substance use challenges.
Experience working in juvenile detention settings and/or with youth on probation.
Experience working with the Hispanic, Latino and other diverse communities.
Knowledge of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process.
Fluency in both English and Spanish (required), with demonstrated experience providing services in Spanish.
Depending on qualifications, this vacancy may be filled at the I or II level.
Family Partner Peer Support Specialist I: $5,246.70 – $6,557.07 Monthly
Family Partner Peer Support Specialist II: $5,792.69 – $7,238.26 Monthly
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way of gaining the knowledge and skills is:
Peer Support Specialist II: At least one year of experience providing peer support services within the assigned program.
Knowledge of:
Problems, needs, attitudes and behavior patterns of the client population and of the total community served.
Basic needs and difficulties faced by ethnically diverse consumers, caregivers and families.
Identification of social and community resources and how to connect individuals to these resources.
Techniques for group and individual counseling.
Basic case management processes.
Perform clerical support work with accuracy, speed, and minimal supervision.
Techniques for effectively representing the County in contacts with the general public, other agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, and regulatory organizations.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, clientele, and staff.
Basic recordkeeping principles and practices.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
Skill/Ability to:
Address the client population’s unique needs in a culturally sensitive manner.
Relate and communicate effectively with the community served.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective relationships with clients, their families and/or caregivers and others contacted in the course of work.
Learn and understand the organization and operation of the assigned department and program.
Respond to and effectively prioritize multiple phone calls and requests for service.
File materials alphabetically, chronologically, and numerically.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Interpret and apply administrative and departmental policies and procedures; interpret agency programs and policies to members of the community served.
Organize, maintain, and update office database and records systems.
Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Enter and retrieve data from a computer with sufficient speed and accuracy to perform assigned work.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
Write clear and comprehensive reports.
Maintain confidentiality
Stand and walk for extended periods of time and lift and carry equipment and supplies used in the course of the work.
Complete 20 hours of continuing education every two years to maintain certification.
Additional Qualifications:
Must meet the experience requirements established by the funding source of assignment.
Funding Qualifications:
Must be a parent or caregiver of a consumer of mental health services to meet the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) funding requirement.
License/Certification:
Peer Support Specialist I: Proof of completion of Peer Support Specialist training AND within eighteen (18) months from date of hire, obtain Certification as a Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist.
Peer Support Specialist II: Certification as a Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist issued by the California Mental Health Services Authority (CalMHSA).
Some positions may require possession of a valid California driver license or equivalent; or the ability to provide suitable transportation, as approved by the appointing authority.
Application/Examination
Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Open & Promotional. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary or extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score.
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Monday, March 31, 2025, by 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Week of April 7, 2025
Civil Service Panel Interviews: Week of April 21, 2025
About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
Talent Acquisition Contact: Ximena Burns (031725) - Peer Support Specialist I/II (G191/G192)
Please visit www.smcgov.org/media/100151/download?inline= for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification.
Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change.
As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you.
County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked.
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IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the supplemental questions below. Your responses will provide detailed information about your background and experience related to this position.
This information will weigh heavily in the application screening by the subject matter experts and will also be used in the selection process.
Answer the questions completely, paying attention to the multi-parts of the questions. While being thorough and detailed, also be concise. Your strategic use of language as well as neatness, clarity of expression, attention to detail, proper use of grammar and the ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.
I have read and understand this important information. Proceed to supplemental questions.
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Being a parent or caregiver of a youth that has received mental health services is required to be eligible for this position. Are you a parent/caregiver of a consumer of Behavioral Health services including alcohol or other drugs and/or mental health? (A "No" answer to this question will disqualify you from this recruitment.)
Yes
No
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This position requires the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English and Spanish. Are you fluent in both English and Spanish? (A "No" answer will disqualify you from this recruitment.)
Yes
No
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Describe your experience, using your knowledge gained as a parent or caregiver of a child or youth who has serious mental health, substance or emotional issues, providing support and guidance to family members of youth receiving mental health and/or substance use services. Be specific.
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Describe your experience working with the families of children or youth who are involved with the behavioral health, child welfare, juvenile justice or education systems and experience connecting with community resources. Include your role, your responsibilities, the types of clients and families with whom you worked, and the types of referrals to community resources.
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Describe your experience working with diverse groups of parents/caregivers and staff. Include your role, your responsibilities, and the types of diversity of those with whom you worked.
Required Question
Employer
County of San Mateo
Address
County of San Mateo Human Resources Department 500 County Center, 4th Floor Redwood City, California, 94063-1663
Phone
(650) 363-4343
Website
https://jobs.smcgov.org
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