Recovery-Centered Peer Support Specialist

Main Template; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday pay

Free CEUs

Tuition Discount

Medical/Vision/Dental

401K/ESOP

Job summary

Telecare Corporation seeks a part-time Peer Support Specialist for the Kern Recovery Station in Bakersfield, CA. You will engage with members to explore and meet recovery goals, provide RCCS-based support, and help de-escalate crisis situations to maintain a least-restrictive environment.

Requires High School Diploma or GED, California Medi-Cal Peer Certification within 120 days, and valid driver’s license with own vehicle insurance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• California Medi-Cal Peer Certification must be obtained within 120 days.
• Experience as a beneficiary of Behavioral Health system.
• Valid driver's license with your name on the auto insurance.
• Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients.

Responsibilities

• Engage, inspire, and assist members to explore and meet recovery goals.
• Provide RCCS-based consultation to the team to promote recovery culture.
• Respond to critical situations with de-escalation to maintain safety.

Skills

Peer Certification

Driver's license

Behavioral health experience

On-call flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Telecare Corporation seeks a part-time Peer Support Specialist for the Kern Recovery Station in Bakersfield, CA. You will engage with members to explore and meet recovery goals, provide RCCS-based support, and help de-escalate crisis situations to maintain a least-restrictive environment.

Requires High School Diploma or GED, California Medi-Cal Peer Certification within 120 days, and valid driver’s license with own vehicle insurance.