Peer Support Counselor

Merced, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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:

Peer Support Counselor

Division/Program:

Merced Crisis Residential Unit

Starting Compensation:

18.00 - 20.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Merced CA

Working Hours/Shift:

Sun-Thurs 11am-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

This role is eligible for commuter benefits:Employees who commute over 20 miles one way may receive a monthly stipend:

$200 per month for fulltime staff
$100 per month for parttime staff

What you bring:

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
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.
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.

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.

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Partner with us in making a positive change!

Job Title:

Peer Support Counselor

Division/Program:

Merced Crisis Residential Unit

Starting Compensation:

18.00 - 20.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Merced CA

Working Hours/Shift:

Sun-Thurs 11am-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

This role is eligible for commuter benefits:Employees who commute over 20 miles one way may receive a monthly stipend:

$200 per month for fulltime staff
$100 per month for parttime staff

What you bring:

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
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.
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.

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.