Peer Support Specialist- Primary Counselor

Serenity Cove Mental Health Rehabilitation Center; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

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Growth Opportunities

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Job summary

Serenity Cove Mental Health Rehabilitation Center in Los Angeles, CA is hiring a Primary Counselor-Peer Support Specialist to join our interdisciplinary team. You will provide therapeutic support, assess needs, conduct individual and group sessions, and contribute to treatment planning under supervision.

The role requires two years of direct care experience in a behavioral setting or a Peer Support Certification, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care and collaboration with the

Qualifications

• Two years direct care work in inpatient or outpatient behavioral setting.
• Must be certified as a Peer Support Specialist.
• Combination of relevant experience and education totaling two years.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to clients.
• Implement individualized behavioral programs and treatment plans.
• Maintain case notes and monitor client progress.

Skills

Direct care experience

Peer Support Certification

Two-year experience/education mix

Education

Background in psychology/sociology/counseling

Job description

Are You Looking for Your New Career? We are now hiring a Primary Counselor-Peer Support Specialist to join our dynamic team!

Salary Range: Starting at $24.50 per hour

We believe in cultivating a family culture and thrive on person-centered care, while building a positive culture focused on a shared vision, trust, communication, and collaboration. Our mission is to provide compassionate, quality care that focuses on the unique needs of our residents and families. We believe in teamwork, respect, appreciation, and integrity.

What Makes Us Special?

• UKG Wallet: Access earned wages before payday.
• Competitive Wages: We offer a great salary package.
• Great Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Growth Opportunities: We support your professional development.
• Continuing Education & Training: Stay current with industry standards.

Are you ready to contribute to a team committed to excellent customer service and dedicated to each individual’s unique talent?

If Yes, How You Will Contribute To The Team

As a Peer Support Specialist, you will provide crucial therapeutic support to clients by assessing their needs, conducting individual and group counseling sessions, and implementing individualized behavioral programs. You will work cooperatively with an interdisciplinary team under the supervision of the Program Director to offer treatment options, help resolve problems, and assist clients in managing stress, mental health challenges, and other life issues. You will maintain case notes, monitor client progress, and actively participate in the development of treatment plans.

Must Have

• Two years' direct care work experience in an inpatient or outpatient behavioral setting; or
• Must be certified as a Peer Support Specialist
• A combination of relevant experience and education totaling two years.

Nice To Have

• Background education in psychology, sociology, social work, counseling, or related fields.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Transparency Statement

Compensation for roles varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by state or local law, we provide a reasonable pay scale to include the hourly or salary range that we reasonably expect to pay for roles, as stated above.