Entry-Level Peer Recovery Specialist (Residential)

Socket.dev; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. seeks a Peer Recovery Support Specialist I to provide peer-based recovery support services to patients with SUD or mental health needs across inpatient, residential and outpatient settings.

Responsibilities include education groups, coaching, engagement, transportation, patient advocacy, and coordinating services to promote recovery, resiliency and self-sufficiency. The role emphasizes linking patients to community resources, assisting with admissions and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or above required.
• Class C or Class B license may be required by job assignment.
• Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification (PSSC) required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in behavioral healthcare and/or providing peer support services.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient orientation for new patients to include unit tour, issuing of patient handbook, group schedule, and linens.
• Assist in data entry into Avatar for admissions and discharges as assigned.
• Supervise and monitor patient activities to account for patient’s whereabouts including overnight census checks.
• Assist treatment team with integration and coordination of health services across mental health, SUD, housing, and primary medical care.
• Encourage patient engagement and self-management to promote wellness and recovery.
• Provide ongoing recovery support guidance in areas such as 12 steps, housing, vocational training, and community resources.

Education

High School Diploma or above

Class C License or Class B license

Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification (PSSC)

Job description

Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. seeks a Peer Recovery Support Specialist I to provide peer-based recovery support services to patients with SUD or mental health needs across inpatient, residential and outpatient settings.

Responsibilities include education groups, coaching, engagement, transportation, patient advocacy, and coordinating services to promote recovery, resiliency and self-sufficiency. The role emphasizes linking patients to community resources, assisting with admissions and