Peer Professionals of California
OUR COMMITMENT TO THE JUSTICE INVOLVED COMMUNITY
Robert Forte founded Peer Professionals of California, previously Peer Voices of San Diego, in 2020. When COVID-19 forced individuals into quarantine, individuals inside the County Criminal Justice System.
KPBS Interview with Peer Voices of San Diego Founder, Robert Forte:
New Bill Helps Recently Released Prisoners Get IDs.
Build Your Skills!
We work to help you build your skills to meet your own personal goals and to answer the demand of future employers
Step Forward!
There is an array of opportunities for Peer Support Specialists (PSS) to work within managed care plan systems, program and service providers, local government, as well as in private and non-profit organizations
What is Your Path?
Would becoming a PSS enhance your journey using your own trauma-informed lived experience to help others find their path and transform their lives? What are the pathways for certified PSS?
Certification
California's Peer Support Specialist (PSS) certification process ensures you are up to speed and have the basic skills for employment. Find other training and certification opportunities to grow your career.
The Peer Community
There are hundreds of certified PSS in San Diego County, and thousands throughout the State of California. Connect into these communities to grow your own career and support other peers along the way.
Connections
There are myriad resources available to people exploring enhancing their careers with a PSS certification, and share your experience.