Recovery Coach | Entry-Level Mental Health Aide

Crestwood Behavioral Health; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Job summary

A leading behavioral health organization in San Jose seeks a Recovery Coach (Entry-Level Mental Health Aide). This role involves supporting clients through their recovery journey by monitoring and communicating with them, providing rehabilitation groups under supervision, and assisting in crisis intervention. Candidates should have a high school diploma and clinical experience. Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees include medical, dental, and vision coverage among others. The pay range is $21 per hour, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of clinical experience in a psychiatric setting, or training may be substituted.
• Candidates must possess a valid CA Driver's License.
• Experience with rehabilitation and support for clients.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and communicate with clients effectively.
• Provide rehabilitation groups under supervision.
• Assist in crisis intervention and proper documentation.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Recovery Coach | Entry-Level Mental Health Aide

United States, California, San Jose

Jan 13, 2026

Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery journey, then we invite you to join our Crestwood family!

For more than 50+ years Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and developing compassionate communities that support each client in their journey. Our model of care focuses on a personal and self-directed process that empowers the people we serve and helps them to develop the skills to thrive!

Title: Recovery Coach (Entry-Level Mental Health Aide)

Job Duties: The Recovery Coach (Entry-Level Mental Health Aide) is responsible for monitoring and communicating with clients, providing rehabilitation groups under supervision, support client ADL's if needed, and assisting in crisis intervention. This is a critical part of the team to ensure proper care for our clients which includes appropriate documentation per policies and procedures.

Schedule:

• Full-Time
• On-Call

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience as applicable in a psychiatric setting.
• In the absence of two years of experience, training may be substituted. This training will be based on, but not limited to, the in-service plan for 52 hours.
• Driving duties may be assigned, including the transportation of clients. Candidates must have a valid CA Driver's License and successfully pass a DMV driving history check.

Crestwood Offers Comprehensive Benefits Packages to Full-Time Employees Including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Vacation
• Sick Leave Buy Back
• 401(k) Retirement
• Qualifying Supervision for BBS Associates
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Holidays
• Service Awards
• Jury Duty Pay

About the Campus:The Crestwood Center San Jose Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) on our San Jose campus is in close proximity to the mental health support services in Santa Clara County. The San Jose PHF provides a spacious environment, with two living rooms, a welcoming room, visiting space, serenity room, dining room and a beautiful courtyard. The program is dedicated to restoring a sense of hope, self-empowerment and recovery in each of our clients. The San Jose PHF is designed for clients who require stabilization at a time of acute psychiatric crisis. We provide medication management, WRAP, DBT support, welcoming rituals, behavioral interventions, psychotherapy, psychosocial education and a thorough transition plan to enable a successful return to the community. Mental Health Rehabilitation Centers (MHRCs) provide psychosocial rehabilitation programs in secure, residential settings with a focus on brief lengths of stay.

The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay per hour at the time of posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to candidate's skills, experience, licensure, and program acuity.

Pay Range:

$21 — $21 USD

It's About Growth! Our employees are our most valuable assets.

Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California'sleading behavioral health service providers? We deliver industry leading education and training that allows our team members to succeed and continue to grow their careers with Crestwood.

Check out our Career Page to learn more about being a part the Crestwood Family and the benefits available. https://workatcrestwood.com/

Crestwood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity.We embrace all differences and are fully committed to fostering a sense of belonging for everyone. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to ability during the application or recruiting process, please talk with your hiring contact/recruiter or send a request to [e-mail].

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