Family Peer Support Specialist — Evening, Part-Time

Telecare Corporation; California; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Nine Paid Holidays & Shift Differenti

Free CEUs & supervision

Online Tuition Discount & Scholarships

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance; 401K

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Job summary

Telecare Corporation is seeking a Family Peer Support Specialist in Perris, CA for a part-time role within Telecare’s recovery-focused care model. You will work with participants and their families to support recovery plans in a collaborative, home-like setting.

Responsibilities include providing information and resources to supporters, engaging with participants, and applying de-escalation skills within an integrated service team. Certification is required and beneficial to the role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Peer Certification must be maintained throughout employment.
• California: Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification through CalMHSA must be obtained within 120 days of your date of hire and maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Engage, inspire, and encourage participants and their families, families of choice, and natural supports to actively support the participants’ recovery plan.
• Provide information, education, and resources to supporters so they can be better prepared to bring out the best in their loved one.
• Respond to critical situations with high-level engagement and de-escalation skills to support a least restrictive environment.

Skills

De-escalation skills

Engagement with participants

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Telecare Corporation is seeking a Family Peer Support Specialist in Perris, CA for a part-time role within Telecare’s recovery-focused care model. You will work with participants and their families to support recovery plans in a collaborative, home-like setting.

Responsibilities include providing information and resources to supporters, engaging with participants, and applying de-escalation skills within an integrated service team. Certification is required and beneficial to the role.