Overview
The SAFE Peer Support Specialist will be trained to support the SAFE Program Manager and Program Team in providing peer support and basic-needs assistance to youth and young adults experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Through their own lived experience, the intern will learn to build rapport, model self-advocacy, support youth in working toward their case plan goals, and connect youth with BFFY and community resources related to housing, benefits, employment, education, and physical and mental wellness. The internship is part time at 25 hours per week for 12 months and will report to the SAFE Program Manager.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities to Develop
• Ability to communicate with and relate to young people.
• Ability to build rapport while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Ability to use lived experience appropriately to support and encourage youth.
• Ability to work in a cooperative environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks at one time.
• Ability to pay attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate learning and support needs in order to perform duties and
responsibilities well.
• Willingness to learn Microsoft Office, Google Drive and Docs, and database documentation.
Qualifications
General
• Must have the ability to connect with youth and inspire and motivate them to work toward
their goals.
• Lived experience of housing instability or homelessness.
Education/Experience
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Some post-secondary education or work experience in youth or child development, social
work, or program support is a plus.
Special Requirements
• This internship position requires youth to be 18-30.
• Valid California ID or Driver’s License
• Reliable transportation
• Minimum of two years of driving experience with a clean driving record
• Personal auto insurance that meets BFFY coverage requirements
• Successful background check
For full Job description: https://bffyouth.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SAFE-Peer-Support-Internship-Description_FINAL.pdf
To apply: https://form.jotform.com/FriendshipClub/safe-peer-support-specialist-intern
Wage range: $17.50 to $19.50
Minimum Education and Experience