Stars

Stars

Certified Peer Support Counselor

Lancaster, CA USA · Full-time

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About the role

  • They serve as role models, companions, educators, and advocates to our clients.
  • BHUCC equipped to serve 12 adults (ages 18 and up) and 6 adolescent (ages 13 to 17)

Responsibilities

  • Partner with us in making a positive change!
  • We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees.
  • The Peer Support Counselors will support clients in moving toward recovery, creating a meaningful role in their life, which is separate from their illness.
  • Career development programs designed to help you grow.
  • Peer Support Specialist Certification: successful completion of the certification process within one year of employment preferred.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED, HiSET, etc.) required
  • Personal experience as a consumer in the child welfare, probation, or mental health systems
  • One (1) year of full-time experience performing non-professional, consumer directed services in a mental health, health care, or other social services agency / organization serving people with disabilities preferred

Nice to have

  • Valid California Driver's License
  • First Aid certification from persons qualified by agencies including but not limited to the American Red Cross.

Compensation

  • Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
  • 17.00 - 18.00 USD Per Hour Working Location:
  • Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.

Benefits

  • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
  • We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

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