Forensic Peer Specialist

Job overview

The Forensic Peer Specialist role is onsite at the Diversion Triage Center in Pleasanton, CA; the description also references Pleasanton and/or San Leandro. The stated pay range is $23–$25 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Horizon Services provides addiction treatment and related programs for diverse communities. The specialist supports daily participant activities and helps maintain safety, structure, and organization at the Triage Center. The role monitors clients, assists with daily needs, responds to behavioral crises, and supports referrals and transitions to continuing care.

What you'll do

• Monitor client behavior and activity
• conduct property safety checks
• track bed roster and census
• assist with meal preparation and distribution
• communicate observations to health or substance-use-disorder staff
• de-escalate behavior
• orient incoming clients
• maintain facility cleanliness and supplies
• assist with transportation and emergency response
• transport clients to local facilities when needed
• support referrals and transfers to continuing care.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

forensic peer specialist

behavioral health

substance use treatment

crisis de-escalation

client monitoring

pleasanton ca

san leandro ca

$23–$25/hr

bilingual bonus

training and ceus

pto

holiday pay

retirement benefits

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, life, and long-term disability coverage for employees
• 50% dependent medical and dental coverage
• paid time off and holidays
• retirement benefits after six months
• training and CEU opportunities.

Why this role

Requires one year of client-monitoring experience with substance-use or mental-health populations. Must be certified as a Forensic Peer Specialist or eligible for certification; bilingual applicants may qualify for a $2,000 sign-on bonus after language testing.

About the employer

Horizon Services, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.