Peer Support Counselor

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous time off

Employer-paid benefits

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group is seeking a Peer Support Counselor in Los Angeles, CA. This role focuses on outreach, engagement and direct client services, drawing on lived experience within mental health and related systems.

The position emphasizes advocacy, mentorship and helping clients move toward recovery across age ranges, with supervision for relevant certifications and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Personal experience as a consumer within child welfare, probation and mental health systems.
• At least 1 year of full-time experience in mental health, healthcare or social services preferred.
• First Aid certification from an accredited provider.
• California driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach, engagement, advocacy and direct services to program clients.
• Serve as a role model, companion, educator and advocate to clients of all ages.
• Support clients toward recovery and meaningful pathways in their life.

Skills

Lived experience

Outreach

Engagement

Communication

Advocacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

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 Support Counselor

Division/Program: LA County General Crisis Residential Treatment- Valley Star

Starting Compensation: 19.00 - 21.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location: Los Angeles, CA 90033

Working Hours/Shift: Tues-Sat 10:00am-6:30pm

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 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) required.
• Lived Experience: Personal experience as a consumer within the child welfare, probation, and mental health systems required.
• Experience: One (1) year of full-time experience providing non-professional, consumer-directed services in a mental health, healthcare, or social services setting preferred.
• Certifications & Compliance: First Aid Certification: Valid certification from an accredited provider (e.g., American Red Cross). Driver's License: Valid California Driver's License with a driving record that meets company policy eligibility.
• Peer Support Specialist Certification: Must successfully complete certification within one year of employment.

How you will make a difference (Job Overview):

The position has primary responsibility for using their lived experience and knowledge of the system to provide outreach and engagement, support, advocacy, and direct services to program clients of all age ranges. Peer Support Counselors are people who have lived experience in the mental health, judicial, and/or social service systems in some capacity. They serve as role models, companions, educators and advocates to our clients. The Peer Support Counselors will support clients in moving toward recovery, creating a meaningful role in their life, which is separate from their illness.

Division & Program Overview:

• Facility & Setting: 16-bed residential facility offering a short-term, home-like environment. 24/7 intensive treatment is designed as an alternative to hospitalization or urgent care.
• Clinical Services: Comprehensive physical/psychological evaluations, mental health counseling, and case management.
• Skills & Transition: Life-skills and interpersonal training, paired with dedicated assistance for locating permanent housing.

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.