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Project 180

Peer Navigator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$21.32 - $23.45/hr

Peer Navigator Division: Project 180 Pay Scale: $21.32 - $23.45 The Organization SSG-Project 180 turns lives around through innovative, wraparound services that keep people out of institutions and in ...

Project 180

Peer Navigator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$21.32 - $23.45/hr

Peer Navigator Division: Project 180 Pay Scale: $21.32 - $23.45 The Organization SSG-Project 180 turns lives around through innovative, wraparound services that keep people out of institutions and in ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - PVSP

Coalinga, CA · On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - SATF

Corcoran, CA · On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Penny Lane

LGBTQ+ PEER NAVIGATOR

Lancaster, CA · On-site

$20.09 - $29.36/hr

The Peer Navigator will support LGBTQ+ youth and navigate sensitive issues that disproportionately impact LGBTQ+ individuals and communities, including health/medical/psychological/psychiatric ...

Penny Lane

LGBTQ+ PEER NAVIGATOR

Lancaster, CA

$20.09 - $29.36/hr

The Peer Navigator will support LGBTQ+ youth and navigate sensitive issues that disproportionately impact LGBTQ+ individuals and communities, including health/medical/psychological/psychiatric ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - SATF

Corcoran, CA

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - ASP

Avenal, CA · On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - ASP

Avenal, CA

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - PVSP

Coalinga, CA · On-site

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - SATF

Corcoran, CA · On-site

$25/hr

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - CIM

Chino, CA

$25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - CCWF

Chowchilla, CA · On-site

$26.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - CIM

Chino, CA

$25/hr

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

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Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - CCWF

Chowchilla, CA · On-site

$26.25/hr

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - PVSP

Coalinga, CA · On-site

$25/hr

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

Amity Foundation

Peer Navigator - CTF

Soledad, CA · On-site

$25/hr

The Peer Navigator instructs CBI Life Skills and Family Relations Programming. What You Will Do: * Facilitate CBI Life Skills and/or Family Relations classes using evidence based and standardized ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for peer navigator in California is $19.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $21.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a peer navigator?

A Peer Navigator is a professional with lived experience who provides guidance, support, and resources to individuals facing similar challenges. They work in healthcare, social services, or community organizations to assist individuals in navigating systems, accessing services, and building self-sufficiency. Peer Navigators offer emotional support, advocacy, and mentorship to foster empowerment and resilience. Their role is crucial in bridging gaps between service providers and the communities they serve.

What does a typical day look like for a peer navigator?

A typical day for a Peer Navigator involves meeting with clients one-on-one or in group settings to discuss their needs, provide emotional support, and connect them with relevant community resources or services. Peer Navigators often collaborate closely with case managers, social workers, and healthcare professionals to advocate on behalf of their clients and ensure seamless service coordination. They may also track client progress in case management systems and attend training sessions or team meetings. The role can sometimes involve traveling to different community sites or attending outreach events. This hands-on, client-focused work environment keeps each day dynamic and rewarding for those passionate about helping others.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the peer navigator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Peer Navigator, you need a background in social services, lived experience related to the client population, and strong communication and advocacy skills. Familiarity with resource databases, case management systems, and sometimes certifications in peer support or recovery coaching are valuable. Compassion, patience, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to build trust with clients set outstanding Peer Navigators apart. These skills help Peer Navigators effectively guide clients through complex systems and provide meaningful support during challenging transitions.

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Peer Navigator

Project 180

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$21.32 - $23.45/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Title: Peer Navigator
Division: Project 180
Pay Scale: $21.32 - $23.45
The Organization
SSG-Project 180 turns lives around through innovative, wraparound services that keep people out of institutions and in their communities. Project 180 is a leader in the forensic treatment space, offering high-quality, specialized treatment programs that serve thousands of justice-involved individuals. Our programs span criminal justice intercepts and include pre-arrest interventions, court-based diversions, jail in-reach, and intensive post-release services. Project 180 operates in partnership with County agencies including the Department of Mental Health (DMH), the Department of Health Services (DHS), and the Justice, Care and Opportunities Department (JCOD).
The Program
The Rapid Diversion Program (RDP) is a County-operated program that diverts criminal defendants out of the criminal legal system at the early stages of the court process. The program provides in-court mental health evaluation, linkage to treatment services, and case management support to participants, whose criminal case is dismissed upon successful program completion.
The Position
The Peer Navigator provides peer to peer support and counseling drawing from lived experience to target recovery goals. The Peer Navigator supports clients in increasing community engagement and independence in their activities of daily living, primarily through transportation services. The Peer Navigator reports to the Program Supervisor. A successful Peer Navigator is able to develop unique connections to the clients we serve and stewards clients in making progress towards their personal recovery goals.
Essential Functions
Assist clients in safely attending community and linkage appointments
  • Accompany clients into the field and assist with linkage to needed community resources.
  • Pick clients up from LA County Jail and support the team with welcoming them, as the first agency contact they have.
  • Assist clients through use of deescalation and problem solving skills. Escalate client issues to supervisor or emergency personnel as appropriate.
  • Actively communicate with treatment team members regarding scheduled appointments and any client observations, concerns or requests.
  • Provide excellent customer service by treating clients and community partners in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Complete other administrative runs/pickups (i.e. transporting medications and program supplies) as scheduled.
  • Provide training to new case managers on the jail pick-up process
  • Follow traffic safety laws and engage in defensive driving techniques to minimize the risk of accidents and incidents.

Provide peer-to-peer support and counseling drawing from lived experience
  • Shares life experiences and successes with history of homelessness, incarceration and substance use and mental health recovery when appropriate
  • Encourage clients in the development of and active participation in meaningful roles in the community (i.e. family reunification, employment/volunteerism, participation in community groups).
  • Teach clients skills for community independence (i.e. prosocial communication, navigating public transit, organization, etc.) through modeling and prompts.
  • Use Motivational Interviewing techniques to engage clients in treatment engagement, especially upon release from custody
  • Service delivery is consistent with ethical standards and a harm reduction, strength based, trauma informed framework.

Provider & Team Rapport
  • Build strong rapport with case managers and active communication lines to proactively provide transportation and client liaising support
  • Conduct regular provider check-ins to build rapport, acquire updated information, and support client success
  • Demonstrate flexibility in taking on tasks as well as a collaborative team spirit

Provide general administrative support
  • Provide general assistance to clients with housing navigation documentation
  • Provide assistance with creating documents, acquiring signatures and medication information, and storing them appropriately
  • Provide jail pick-up coordination support in collaboration with and absence of the Program Coordinator
  • Manage client supply distribution (hygiene kits, Narcan, clothing etc.) and the P180 donation stockroom
  • Keep an up to date Google calendar with all tasks and assignments

Fulfill baseline Project 180 staff expectations
  • Regular attendance required. Though highly unlikely, holiday or weekend work may be required.
  • Maintain and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles.
  • Perform other duties as needed.
  • Maintain active license and/or registrations as applicable (i.e. BBS, CCAPP).

Skills and Abilities
  • Empathetic with strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Culturally competent and sensitive to individuals from diverse backgrounds and with varying needs.
  • Collaborative team player with a strong willingness to support team operations and shared goals.
  • Persistent and optimistic when navigating challenges and overcoming obstacles.
  • Adaptable and responsive to changing circumstances, priorities, and client needs in a dynamic environment.
  • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Flexible and willing to adjust to evolving demands, assignments, and operational needs.
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.
  • Proactive in providing support to the team and managing daily schedule

Minimum Qualifications
  • Required:
    • Lived experience with mental health/substance use recovery or the criminal justice system.
    • Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
    • Valid CA driver's license, proof of insurance and own vehicle required. Ability to transport clients in personal vehicle as needed.
    • Must not be on any type of legal supervision (probation or parole).
    • Verification of Employment Eligibility and Background Check.
    • Basic computer skills
    • Spanish speaking
  • Preferred:
    • Experience working with mental health, criminal legal system and/or homeless population.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions)
Job duties are to be performed both in office and field settings.
Physical Requirements
The employee is expected to move about the worksite throughout the day, which may involve walking, standing, and climbing stairs, or using a mobility device, or similar. The employee is expected to drive, carry a maximum of 20 lbs, listen, and speak in order to complete job requirements.
Mental Requirements
The employee must be able to do any/all of the following: perform complex and varied tasks such as synthesizing information and making decisions without immediate supervision; handle routine distractions, interruptions, noise, and uncontrollable changes in priorities/work schedules; interact professionally and diplomatically in high-stress situations; create and follow plans; meet deadlines.

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