Peer Support Specialist

Crestwood Behavioral Health•San Luis Obispo, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Crestwood is hiring a Peer Support Specialist to provide direct support to people experiencing mental health, substance use, or trauma-related issues. The position is peer-designated and is intended for someone with personal recovery experience who has maintained their recovery and is willing to share what they have learned in an inspirational way. The specialist receives specialized training and supervision to guide and support others toward increased wellness, working in mutuality with them. The role is full-time, scheduled from 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM, including weekends. The position is based at Crestwood’s Healing Center in San Luis Obispo, a 16-bed campus serving the county through its Psychiatric Health Facility. The posted pay is $23 per hour. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
Personal lived experience with mental health or substance use disorder (SUD).
Successfully complete 80-hour Peer Support Learning training or equivalent within 90 days of hire, or have taken the training within two years of hire.
Have current behavioral intervention techniques training within six months of hire.
Maintain personal recovery over a period of time and be willing to share recovery experience in an inspirational way.
Successfully complete a background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks.

Responsibilities

Provide direct services to people experiencing mental health, substance use, or trauma-related issues.
Guide and support people toward increased wellness using lived experience and specialized training.
Share personal recovery experiences and lessons in an inspirational way.
Work in mutuality with people receiving support.