Peer Support Counselor

About the role

We are seeking a Peer Support Counselor to join our team in San Bernardino, CA. This role is part of the TAY Crisis Residential Treatment program.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach and engagement, support, advocacy, and direct services to program clients of all age ranges.
• Serve as role models, companions, educators and advocates to our clients.
• Support clients in moving toward recovery, creating a meaningful role in their life, which is separate from their illness.

Requirements

• Personal Lived Experience: Self-identified personal experience as a consumer in the child welfare, probation, or mental health systems.
• Educational Background: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED, HiSET, etc.).
• Experience: 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).
• Certifications & Licensure: Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification preferred (or the ability to successfully complete the certification process within one year of employment).
• Driving: Valid California Driver’s License with an eligible driving record per company policy.
• First Aid certification from an approved provider (such as the American Red Cross) or obtained upon hire.
• Agency driver eligibility criteria.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Salary matching your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: 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: Celebrate and reward your hard work and dedication.