Peer Advocate Coordinator

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Benefits Package

CEU opportunities

Career development programs

On-the-job training

Supervision for BBS hours

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group seeks a Peer Advocate Coordinator to supervise Parent Partners, attend Child & Family Team meetings, and support development of CFT plans within High Fidelity Wraparound services.

You will help document mental health services, coordinate team activities, and engage with community and state outreach efforts while advancing a trauma‑informed care approach for children, youth, and families in California.

Qualifications

• Requires valid California Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
• SB803 - Peer Support Specialist Certification is required.
• Supervisor Training must be completed within seven days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Parent Partners and ensure attendance at the Child & Family Team (CFT).
• Participate in Network meetings and staff training.
• Assist with documentation of mental health services and case assignment.
• Represent SBHG HFW programs in the community and with state outreach.

Skills

Lived experience

Two years SED youth experience

Driver’s license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title: Peer Advocate Coordinator

Division/Program: Star View Teammates - High Fidelity Wraparound

Starting Compensation: 25.14 - 26.44 USD Per Hour

Working Location: Service Planning Area 1 & 7 (Lancaster, Bellflower)

Working Hours/Shift: Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 5 PM

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What you bring to SBHG (Qualifications):

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET, etc.) required. College degree preferred.
• Experience: Lived experience as a parent of a child who received services from DCFS, DMH, Probation and worked through it to be able to share their experience and assist other families, OR Personal/lived experience as a consumer of services from DCFS, DMH, Probation, recovery from SUD and worked through it to be able to share their experience and assist other families. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience with SED youth.
• Licensure & Certification: Valid California Driver’s License and maintenance of a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policy SB803 - Peer Support Specialist Certification required SB803 - Supervisor Training must be completed within seven (7) days of hire

How you will make a difference

The Peer Advocate Coordinator provides direct supervision to Parent Partners, ensuring that direct reports attend the Child & Family Team (CFT) and actively participate in development of the CFT. The Peer Advocate Coordinator participates in Network meetings and training, as appropriate. Peer Advocate Coordinators assist staff in the documentation of mental health services, assign cases, problem solving with professional staff, represent SBHG HFW programs in the community and within state outreach agencies, as well as hiring and training staff.

Division/Program Overview

• Programs: High Fidelity Wraparound services: Comprehensive Behavioral & Social Support Services , Crisis response, team-based approach
• Population Served: Children, Youth, and Families battling trauma, mental illness, neglect, or substance abuse
• Facility & Setting: Multidisciplinary program sites serving SPA 1,2,3,4,6,7,8
• Clinical Services: Trauma-informed care, mental health treatment, behavioral interventions , and parental skill enhancement
• Length of Stay: Based on need, average stay is 18 months
• Skills & Transition: Strengths-based empowerment, resilience building, and long-term recovery/re-integration support Family support, skill development, advocacy, and comprehensive community resources

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/ For Additional Information: [e-mail]

Join an organization dedicated to improving lives and supporting those facing mental health and behavioral challenges. At Stars Behavioral Health Group, we are seeking passionate professionals ready to make a lasting, positive impact on children, youth, families, and adults across California. As a leading statewide provider, SBHG brings together over 2,000 professionals across 70+ specialized programs and 60+ locations, delivering compassionate care to more than 40,000 individuals each year.We are committed to diversity as we believe exceptional care begins with a diverse team. SBHG is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates LGBTQ+, cultural, racial, and ethnic diversity across every level of our organization.