Crisis Stabilization Peer Support - AM
About The Position
The Crisis Stabilization Peer Support Counselor uses personal lived experience and knowledge of relevant systems to provide outreach, engagement, support, advocacy, and direct services to program clients of all ages. Peer Support Counselors serve as role models, companions, educators, and advocates, helping clients move toward recovery and develop meaningful roles in their lives beyond their illness. The role is based at the Coastal Star Crisis Stabilization Unit in Irvine, California. The CSU operates 24/7 and provides immediate crisis intervention and stabilization for adults and adolescents, with stays of up to 23 hours. It is designed to help stabilize clients, prevent psychiatric hospitalization, and connect clients with referrals to other services; transportation is provided as needed.
Requirements
- Self-identified personal experience as a consumer in the child welfare, probation, or mental health systems.
- High school diploma or equivalent, such as GED or HiSET.
- One year of full-time experience performing non-professional, consumer-directed services.
- Valid California driver’s license and an eligible driving record under company policy.
- First Aid certification from an approved provider, such as the American Red Cross, or obtain certification upon hire.
- Meet agency driver eligibility criteria, if applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a mental health, healthcare, or social services agency serving individuals with disabilities.
- Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification, or the ability to successfully complete the certification process within one year of employment.
Responsibilities
- Use lived experience and knowledge of relevant systems to provide outreach and engagement, support, advocacy, and direct services to program clients.
- Serve as a role model, companion, educator, and advocate to clients.
- Support clients in moving toward recovery and developing meaningful roles in their lives beyond their illness.
Benefits
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits.
- Vacation and holiday pay.
- On-the-job training and access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals, where applicable.
- Employee recognition and rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
