Peer Recovery Coach I: Empower Change in Behavioral Health

Telecare Corporation; Sanger (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Nine paid holidays & shift differentia

Free CEUs & supervision

Tuition discount & scholarships

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401K & Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Telecare Corporation is seeking a Peer Recovery Coach I for our Sanger Place MHRC. You will engage with members to explore recovery goals, promote Telecare’s Recovery Culture, and respond to crises with de-escalation techniques in a supportive, least restrictive setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the team, ensuring compliance with peer certifications (CalMHSA) within 120 days, and driving with the company or personal vehicle as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Peer Certification must be obtained prior to hire and maintained throughout employment.
• California: Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification through CalMHSA must be obtained within 120 days of hire and maintained.
• 1 year or part-time equivalent of experience supporting members with behavioral health challenges.
• Two years' full-time experience, or part-time equivalent, in a mental health program or a bachelor’s degree with a relevant major.
• Experience as a beneficiary of the public Behavioral Health system of care.
• Successful completion of Peer Support Training or Peer Employment Training.
• Valid and current driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance.
• Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.
• Willingness to use your personal vehicle to attend meetings, etc.

Responsibilities

• Engages, inspires, and facilitates conversations to help members explore and meet recovery goals.
• Provide consultation to the team to promote Telecare's Recovery Culture.
• Respond to critical situations with de-escalation skills to support a least restrictive environment.

Skills

De-escalation skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work or behavioral sciences

Job description

Telecare Corporation is seeking a Peer Recovery Coach I for our Sanger Place MHRC. You will engage with members to explore recovery goals, promote Telecare’s Recovery Culture, and respond to crises with de-escalation techniques in a supportive, least restrictive setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating with the team, ensuring compliance with peer certifications (CalMHSA) within 120 days, and driving with the company or personal vehicle as needed.