Pacific Clinics invites eligible participants to apply to attend the 80 hour instructor led online Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Training. Training consists of 26 sessions that will will be Tuesdays/Wed/Thursdays,1:00pm-4:00pm. 

This training equips current and aspiring peer support specialists in learning skills based content while utilizing their lived experiences to retain or gain employment within the mental health services field. Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialists have a transformative effect on care; whether through emergency response, inpatient settings, primary care, or alongside mental health professionals, peers use their valuable lived experiences to help others navigate and progress in their own recovery process.

Program Curriculum Includes:

·         Defining Mental Health/History of Mental Health
·         Recovery, Resiliency, & Wellness
·         Peer Support Core Competencies
·         Co-Occurring Disorders of Mental Health/Substance Use
·         SUD Recovery & Relapse Prevention
·         Stigma & Mental Health
·         Trauma Informed Care
·         Motivational Interviewing
·         Law & Ethics
·         Substance Use Disorders
·         Conflict Resolution
Who Can Participate

Individuals participating in this training are recommended to be in a peer level position or interested in joining the behavioral healthcare workforce as a: 
    • Peer Support Specialist
    • Peer Partner
    • Peer Advocate
    • Recovery Coach
    • Community Care Coordinator
    • Mental Health Advocates/Worker
    • or similar position 
Participation Requirements
  • Be 18 years of age or older.
  • Have a high school diploma, GED, or college degree.
  • Self-identify as an individual with lived experience of the process of recovery from mental illness or substance use disorder, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent, caregiver, or family member of a consumer.
  • Be willing to share their story as a person with lived experience.
  • Have a strong dedication to recovery.
Selection Process
  • Only 50 slots available - Please submit this application as soon as possible to save your slot! 
  • Applicant and Supervisor will be notified via email regarding the application status 
  • If applicant meets all requirements based on the information submitted them and their supervisor will be notified of the selection to participate via email. 
On-Line Training Schedule:
Tuesday/Wed/Thursdays (9 week course)
1:00pm - 4:00pm 

Week 1
4/11/2023 - 4/13/2023

Week 2
4/18/2023 - 4/20/2023

Week 3
4/25/2023 - 4/27/2023

Week 4
5/2/2023 - 5/4/2023

Week 5
5/9/2023 - 5/11/2023

Week 6
5/16/2023 - 5/18/2023

Week 7 
5/23/2023 - 5/25/2023 

Week 8
5/31/2023 - 6/1/2023

Week 9
6/6/2023 - 6/7/2023 

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