Peer Support Counselor
About The Position
The position has primary responsibility for using their lived experience and knowledge of the system to provide outreach and engagement, support, advocacy, and direct services to program clients of all age ranges. Peer Support Counselors are people who have lived experience in the mental health, judicial, and/or social service systems in some capacity. They serve as role models, companions, educators and advocates to our clients. The Peer Support Counselors will support clients in moving toward recovery, creating a meaningful role in their life, which is separate from their illness. The facility is a 16-bed facility designed for adults with mental health challenges or a recent crisis who need intensive treatment. It is a 24/7 program as an alternative to urgent care or hospitalization. Individuals can live on-site in a homelike setting for a short term while they receive counseling and learn basic living and interpersonal skills. They are able to receive physical and psychological evaluation, mental health, and case management services, in addition to assistance locating permanent housing.
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
- Valid California Driver's License
- First Aid certification from persons qualified by agencies including but not limited to the American Red Cross.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year of full-time experience performing non-professional, consumer directed services in a mental health, health care, or other social services agency / organization serving people with disabilities preferred
- Peer Support Specialist Certification: successful completion of the certification process within one year of employment preferred.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Responsibilities
- Provide outreach and engagement, support, advocacy, and direct services to program clients of all age ranges using lived experience and knowledge of the system.
- Serve as role models, companions, educators and advocates to clients.
- Support clients in moving toward recovery and creating a meaningful role in their life, separate from their illness.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Time Off
- Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
- On-the-job training
- Access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs
- 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
