Peer Support Specialist

Overview 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! Job Duties and Responsibilities 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 who receive specialized training and supervision to guide and support others who are experiencing similar mental health, substance use, or trauma issues toward increased wellness. A Peer Support Specialist is an individual who has made a personal commitment to his or her own recovery, has maintained that recovery over a period of time, has taken the 80‑hour Peer Support Learning training (or equivalent) to work in mutuality with others, and is willing to share what he or she has learned about recovery in an inspirational way. Qualifications Minimum of a high school diploma/GED. A valid California driver's license is preferred. A mental health/SUD lived experience. 80‑hour Peer Support Learning or equivalent – successfully completed within 90 days of hire or has taken the training within 2 years of hire. Has current techniques of behavioral intervention training within six (6) months of hire. Benefits and Compensation 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 Pay Range: $21 USD – $25 USD per hour. About the Campus and Mission The 40‑bed Selma MHRC’s innovative programs are based on Crestwood’s commitment to providing mental health clients with a continuum of care that puts them on the road to recovery. The mission of the Healing Center is to provide an alternative to traditional psychiatric care through collaboration, empowerment, a healing environment, peer providers, family partners, and a recovery‑oriented milieu. The Healing Center provides the structure and support to promote stabilization and foster recovery. Our goal is to restore a sense of hope, self‑empowerment, and realized recovery potential in each of our clients. Equal Opportunity and Legal Notices Crestwood is a proud 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. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. To learn more about our E‑Verify participation, right to work notices, or view the official E‑Verify website, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Crestwood Behavioral Health