Impactful Peer Support Specialist | Sign-On Bonus

Telecare Corporation; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $3,000

Paid Time Off

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401K

ESOP

Online Tuition Discount

Career ladder for Peer Workforce

Job summary

Telecare Corporation seeks a Peer Support Specialist in Oakland, CA to engage and inspire members toward recovery goals. You will provide peer guidance, participate in RCCS-aligned care planning, and respond to crises with de-escalation techniques.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and willingness to use personal vehicle for client transport. Shifts are 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• GED or better required.
• Peer Certification must be maintained within 90 days after hire with California Medi-Cal Peer Certification prior to date of hire.
• Experience as a beneficiary of the Behavioral Health system of care.
• Valid and current driver’s license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
• Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support to engage and motivate members toward recovery goals.
• Offer consultation to the care team to promote Telecare’s Recovery Culture (RCCS).
• Respond to critical situations with de-escalation skills to support a least restrictive environment.
• Support coordination and transportation as needed to help members attend appointments and groups.

Skills

Peer Support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Telecare Corporation seeks a Peer Support Specialist in Oakland, CA to engage and inspire members toward recovery goals. You will provide peer guidance, participate in RCCS-aligned care planning, and respond to crises with de-escalation techniques.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and willingness to use personal vehicle for client transport. Shifts are 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with a $3,000 sign-on bonus.