Peer Support Counselor
Peer Support Counselor
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Partner with us in making a positive change!
Join a team where your work truly matters. Were proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.
Job Title:
Full-Time Peer CounselorDivision/Program:
(Adult 24/7 Inpatient) Crisis Residential UnitStarting Compensation:
18.00 - 21.60 USD Per HourWorking Location:
Merced CAWorking Hours/Shift:
Sunday-Thursday 11:00am- 7:30pm.Why Join Our Team
- Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Employer-paid medical dental and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
- Professional Growth Opportunities:
- On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT ACSW and APCC professionals (where applicable).
Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication
What you bring to SBHG:
High School diploma or equivalent (e.g. GED HiSET etc.) required.
Personal experience as a consumer in the mental health substance use corrections who are stable and can utilize their experience to support others with similar challenges required
(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.
Valid California Drivers License required & eligibility to meet agencys driving eligibility requirements.
How you will make a difference:
- Provides one-on-one support mentoring and role-modeling to clients and/or family members.
- Encourages clients interaction and socialization with other residents providing feedback to clients on appropriate behavior while acting as a role model.
- Provides transportation to clients and family members as able and needed.
- Model train and help residents with independent living skills and formulate problem-solving skills.
- Assists clients with communicating with other providers and agencies.
- Advocates on behalf of clients and promotes self-advocacy.
Division/Program Overview:
- 24/7 inpatient voluntary program
- 16-bed facility for adults (ages 18-59)
- Rehabilitation/recovery services including substance use rehabilitation services
- Pre-vocational or vocational counseling
- Medication evaluation and support services
Learn more about SBHG at: Additional Information:
In accordance with California law the grade for this position is 17.46 - 24.44. Placement within the grade is determined based on experience internal equity and other factors permitted by law.Employment Type
Full-Time
