Telecare Corporation

Peer Support Specialists provide consultation to the team to promote and reinforce Telecare's Recovery Culture as defined by the Telecare Recovery Centered Clinical System (RCCS), in which each member's point of view and preferences are recognized, understood, respected, and integrated into services and self-help programming.. Additionally, Peer Support Specialists respond to critical situations with high level engagement and de-escalation skills which support a least restrictive environment for individuals experiencing an emergency related to a mental health/addiction challenge.. Successful completion of Peer Support Training / Certified Peer Specialist or Peer Employment Training within one (1) year of hire.. Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift). In Stanislaus County, Telecare's MHSfunded FSP are high-intensity FSP services are available through our Westside Stanislaus Homeless Outreach Program (SHOP), Partnership TRAC, Josie's TRAC, and MRS TRAC. This cluster of programs provides services to a mix of populations including adults, older adults, transition-aged young adults, individuals with co-occurring disorders, those who are uninsured or underinsured, and persons representing underserved groups in Stanislaus County.

peer support specialist

We have over 300 Peer roles at Telecare. We value this lived experience and this is what we are trying to grow within the organization. We have a career ladder specific to our Peer Workforce.
What You Will Do to Change Lives
Peer Support Specialists engage, inspire, and facilitate meaningful conversations with members served that assist the person to explore, create, and meet their own recovery goals. Peer Support Specialists provide consultation to the team to promote and reinforce Telecare's Recovery Culture as defined by the Telecare Recovery Centered Clinical System (RCCS), in which each member's point of view and preferences are recognized, understood, respected, and integrated into services and self-help programming. Additionally, Peer Support Specialists respond to critical situations with high level engagement and de-escalation skills which support a least restrictive environment for individuals experiencing an emergency related to a mental health/addiction challenge.
<h3>Shifts Available</h3>
Full Time; DAYS 8:30 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday
Expected starting wage range is $15.52 - $21.88. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
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<li>High School Diploma or GED</li>
<li>Successful completion of Peer Support Training / Certified Peer Specialist or Peer Employment Training within one (1) year of hire.</li>
<li>Experience as a beneficiary of the Behavioral Health system of care</li>
<li>Valid and current driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.</li>
<li>Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.</li>
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What's In It for You*
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<li>Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year</li>
<li>Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)</li>
<li>Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship</li>
<li>Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships</li>
<li>Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan</li>
<li>For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits</li>
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Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
In Stanislaus County, Telecare's MHSA-funded FSP are high-intensity FSP services are available through our Westside Stanislaus Homeless Outreach Program (SHOP), Partnership TRAC, Josie's TRAC, and MRS TRAC. This cluster of programs provides services to a mix of populations including adults, older adults, transition-aged young adults, individuals with co-occurring disorders, those who are uninsured or underinsured, and persons representing underserved groups in Stanislaus County.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
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<li>May vary by location and position type</li>
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Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
Peer Employment, Peer Workforce
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

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