Peer Support Counselor

Stars Behavioral Health Group · Yucca Valley, CA · 1 wk ago

OTHRFull-time

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About the role

The Peer Support Counselor uses their lived experience and knowledge of the system to provide outreach and engagement, support, advocacy, and direct services to program clients of all age ranges. Peer Support Counselors serve as role models, companions, educators, and advocates, supporting clients in moving toward recovery and creating meaningful roles in their lives separate from their illness.

Division/Program Overview

Program: The Valley Star Crisis Walk-In Center (CWIC) is voluntary and offered on a 24/7 basis in an unlocked setting with a stay of up to 23 hours.

Population Served: All age groups – children, adolescents, adults, and older adults – who need immediate access to crisis mental health services.

Clinical Services: Rapid mental health assessment and crisis intervention. The center provides immediate crisis intervention and stabilization, ensuring safe transitions to the next level of care or back to the community.

Schedule

Monday/Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday/Saturday: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Pay

Starting compensation: $18.00 - $21.00 USD per hour

Benefits

Competitive compensation matching your skills and experience
Generous time off, including vacation and holiday pay
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle
On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities
Career development programs
Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable)
Employee recognition and rewards culture

Qualifications

Self-identified personal experience as a consumer in the child welfare, probation, or mental health systems
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, etc.)
One (1) year of full-time experience performing non-professional, consumer-directed services (preferably within a mental health, healthcare, or social services agency serving individuals with disabilities)
Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification preferred (or ability to complete certification within one year of employment)
Valid California Driver’s License with an eligible driving record per company policy
First Aid certification from an approved provider (e.g., American Red Cross) or obtained upon hire
Meet agency driver eligibility criteria

Working Location: Yucca Valley, CA

For additional information, contact mlawrence@starsinc.com. Learn more about SBHG at https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/.