Recovery Peer Support Specialist

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc.; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401(k)

Scholarship Program

Jury Duty Pay

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. in Chula Vista is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to support clients on their recovery journeys. The role relies on lived experience with mental health or substance use, plus completion of the required 80-hour peer support training, with ongoing supervision.

The position offers on-call scheduling (AM/PM). Crestwood emphasizes recovery-focused care, client empowerment, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED.
• Mental health/SUD lived experience.
• 80-hour Peer Support Learning or equivalent.
• Current techniques of behavioral intervention training within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct peer support services guiding clients toward recovery.

Skills

Lived experience (mental health)

Behavioral intervention training

Peer Support Training 80h

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. in Chula Vista is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to support clients on their recovery journeys. The role relies on lived experience with mental health or substance use, plus completion of the required 80-hour peer support training, with ongoing supervision.

The position offers on-call scheduling (AM/PM). Crestwood emphasizes recovery-focused care, client empowerment, and a supportive team environment.