ICM Peer Support Specialist (Certified)

MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEMS•Escondido, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

At TURN, our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment. This role provides education, support, and interventions from a personal and educational perspective, drawing on lived experience. The Peer Support Specialist will provide group and individual counseling, case management, advocacy, and outreach to clients and their families.

Requirements

Peer Specialist Certification required.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Life experience in mental health or SUD recovery or family and willingness to disclose required.
Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.
Cultural competency understanding required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide case consultation, crisis intervention, discharge placement, individual and group work, individual rehab intervention, screening, and targeted case management to assist clients in meeting basic needs and symptom management.
Complete accurate and timely documentation as contractually required and meet minimum requirements for direct billable client services.
Provide peer counseling and support drawing on own consumer experience to build trust and commonality, mentor clients and families and promote empowerment.
Interacts therapeutically with clients and families with boundaries of professional standard.
Facilitate placement including pre-placement visits and transportation as needed.
Provide field-based services as required by the program and client need.
Maintain confidentiality of client’s care.
Participate in scheduled program meetings.
Other relevant duties as assigned.
Able to maintain a flexible work schedule, including occasional weekend and holiday shifts.