Peer Support Counselor
Stars Behavioral Health Group•Lancaster, CA
•$21 - $22•Onsite
About The Position
Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED, HiSET, etc.) required
- Personal experience as a consumer in the child welfare, probation, or mental health systems.
- Peer Support Specialist Certification: successful completion of the certification process within one year of employment preferred.
- Valid California Driver's License
Nice To Haves
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Responsibilities
- Using lived experience and knowledge of the system to provide outreach and engagement, support, advocacy, and direct services to program clients of all age ranges.
- Serving as role models, companions, educators, and advocates to our clients.
- Supporting clients in moving toward recovery, creating a meaningful role in their life, which is separate from their illness.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Time Off
- ample vacation and holiday pay
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- On-the-job training
- access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Employee Recognition & Rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
