Substance Use Peer Specialist

The Department of Family Medicine of the Keck School of Medicine of USC provides care for every member of the family, across generations and over lifetimes. We aim to enhance the quality of life for underserved and vulnerable patients while educating future generations of highly skilled, compassionate primary care specialists. Our goal is to combine education, patient advocacy, and evidence-based research to advance family medicine and geriatrics


People experiencing homelessness in and around MacArthur Park face a significantly elevated risk of death, particularly from drug overdose. In response to this urgent need, USC Street Medicine is seeking a Substance Use Peer Specialist to join the new MacArthur Park Service Area Team. This new interprofessional team will include an Advanced Practice Provider, Community Health Worker, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Substance Use Peer Specialist, Clinical Social Worker, Psychiatrist, and a Family and Addiction Medicine Physician.
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