What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist position at Crestwood Behavioral Health?
Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery journey, then we invite you to join our Crestwood family!
For more than 50 years Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and developing compassionate communities that support each client in their journey. Our model of care focuses on a personal and self-directed process that empowers the people we serve and helps them to develop the skills to thrive!
Title: Peer Support Specialist
Job Duties: Peer Support Specialists are people in a peer-designated role providing direct services with a personal experience of recovery from mental health, substance use, or trauma conditions. A Peer Support Specialist has received specialized training and supervision to guide and support others who are experiencing similar mental health, substance use, or trauma issues toward increased wellness. In addition to their personal commitment to their maintained recovery, the successful candidate has taken the 80-hour Peer Support learning training (or equivalent) to work in mutuality with others and is willing to share what they learned about recovery in an inspirational way.
Schedule: Full-Time
Qualifications:
- 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:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Vacation
- 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: Our Crestwood San Francisco's newest Crisis Stabilization Unit is a 16-bed facility located in the heart of the Tenderloin district. We are committed to stepping up as a premier provider and making a meaningful impact in this underserved community.This marks a significant milestone for Crestwood, as it's our first intercity crisis program-one designed to address urgent needs in a densely urban setting.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
It's About Growth! Our employees are our most valuable assets.
Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California'sleading behavioral health service providers? We deliver industry leading education and training that allows our team members to succeed and continue to grow their careers with Crestwood.
Check out our Career Page to learn more about being a part the Crestwood Family and the benefits available. https://workatcrestwood.com/
Crestwood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity.We embrace all differences and are fully committed to fostering a sense of belonging for everyone. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to ability during the application or recruiting process, please talk with your hiring contact/recruiter or send a request to HR@CBHI.net.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
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Salary : $24 - $26
