Peer Support Specialist

Company: Crestwood Behavioral Health
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

Title: Peer Support Specialist
Job Duties: Peer Support Specialists are individuals providing direct services with personal experience of recovery from mental health, substance use, or trauma conditions. They receive specialized training and supervision to guide and support others experiencing similar issues toward increased wellness. A Peer Support Specialist is committed to their recovery, has maintained it over time, has completed the 80-hour Peer Support Learning training (or equivalent), and is willing to share their recovery journey in an inspirational way.
Schedule: On-Call
Qualifications:

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• Minimum of a high school diploma/GED
  
• A valid California driver's license preferred
  
• A mental health/SUD lived experience
  
  Crestwood Offers Comprehensive Benefits Packages to Full-Time Employees Including:
  
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  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
    
  • Life Insurance
    
  • Vacation
    
  • Mental Health Days
    
  • Paid Sick Leave
    
  • Sick Leave Buy Back
    
  • 401(k) Retirement
    
  • Scholarship Program
    
  • Qualifying Supervision for BBS Associates
    
  • Competitive Pay
    
  • Paid Holidays
    
  • Service Awards
    
  • Jury Duty Pay
    
    About the Campus: San Mateo is our newest campus, this 16-bed MHRC will provide clients a place to heal as part of an exciting new program.
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