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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