Peer Support Specialist I

Kings-Vie; Hanford (CA); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 29.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Kings View Community Services, Inc. in Hanford, CA is seeking a Part-Time Peer Support Specialist I – MCRT. This role works on the Mobile Crisis Response Team to provide compassionate crisis intervention, advocacy, and linkage to services.

The position supports individuals in crisis, with a focus on reducing hospitalization and promoting recovery, and requires a California driver’s license and basic computer skills.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of public-facing experience.
• Valid California Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct advocacy and support to individuals and families experiencing mental health crises.
• Respond compassionately to crisis calls and community support requests.
• Assist with intake assessments, safety planning, and service coordination.
• Conduct 72-hour follow-up contacts after crisis intervention services.
• Support stabilization efforts to reduce hospitalization and promote recovery.
• Complete timely documentation in SmartCare and OnePoint.
• Participate in outreach events and collaborate with community partners.
• Attend required trainings and participate in rotational on-call responsibilities.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Crisis de-escalation

Calm under pressure

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Description

Peer Support Specialist I – MCRT

Location: Hanford, CA
Position Type: -Part-Time | Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.22 per hour

Join Our Mission

At Kings View, every role contributes to something bigger - improving lives and strengthening communities. Guided by compassion, excellence, integrity, and respect, we provide behavioral health and social services to individuals and families with limited resources throughout California.

Position Overview

Kings View is seeking a Peer Support Specialist I – MCRT to join our Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) in Hanford/Avenal. This position supports individuals experiencing mental health crises through compassionate intervention, advocacy, and connection to services.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direct advocacy and support to individuals and families experiencing mental health crises
• Respond compassionately to crisis calls and community support requests
• Assist with intake assessments, safety planning, and service coordination
• Conduct 72-hour follow-up contacts after crisis intervention services
• Support stabilization efforts to reduce hospitalization and promote recovery
• Complete timely documentation in SmartCare and OnePoint
• Participate in outreach events and collaborate with community partners
• Attend required trainings and participate in rotational on-call responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with the public
• Valid California Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
• Strong communication and crisis de-escalation skills
• Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment during crisis situations
• Basic computer proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

• College coursework or degree preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Experience in behavioral health or crisis response preferred