Peer Recovery Coach (on call) - Mental Health 625

Telecare Corporation; California, Redwood City (MO, CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Peer Recovery Coach to make a difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health and addiction challenges. In this role, you will engage with members to help them achieve their recovery goals while promoting a supportive environment. You will utilize your de-escalation skills to handle critical situations and ensure a least restrictive atmosphere. With a commitment to cultural diversity and inclusion, this organization values lived experience and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage and paid time off. Join a team dedicated to making a real impact in the community!

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Free CEUs

Tuition Discounts

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Qualifications

• One year of experience supporting members with behavioral health challenges.
• Completion of Peer Support or Peer Employment Training.

Responsibilities

• Engage with members to explore and meet recovery goals.
• Promote a Recovery Culture and respond to critical situations.

Skills

De-escalation Skills

Peer Support

Behavioral Health Support

Crisis Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Peer Certification

Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification

Tools

Personal Vehicle

Job description

Job Description

Telecare values lived experience within its organization, supporting over 300 Peer roles with a specific career ladder for our Peer Workforce.

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The Peer Recovery Coach I engages with members to explore, create, and meet their recovery goals. They promote Telecare's Recovery Culture, respond to critical situations with de-escalation skills, and support a least restrictive environment for members experiencing mental health or addiction emergencies.

Shifts Available

On-Call; Shifts vary as needed, Days vary as needed, Hours vary as needed.

Compensation

Starting wage range is $24.59 - $29.64, with geographic differentials applied. Pay is based on relevant experience above minimum requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Peer Certification (must be obtained prior to hire and maintained)
• California: Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification
• One year or part-time equivalent supporting members with behavioral health challenges
• Experience as a beneficiary of public Behavioral Health services
• Completion of Peer Support or Peer Employment Training
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle insurance
• Willingness to use company vehicle for client transportation

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: 16.7 days in first year for full-time employees
• Paid Holidays & Shift Differentials
• Free CEUs, supervision, coaching, and mentorship
• Tuition discounts and scholarships
• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• More info at: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits

Join Our Team

Telecare is committed to cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion, hiring diverse candidates including peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

Program Details

Canyon Vista provides transitional and permanent supportive housing for adults with serious mental illness in San Mateo County, operating 24/7 onsite services.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability. Job details may vary by position and location. Full job description available upon interview. Internal applicants and those employed within the last 12 months are ineligible for sign-on bonuses.

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