Peer and Family Advocate - Per Diem

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We are committed to providing a  career-enhancing environment for dedicated professionals desiring to make a difference in the lives of young people and their families. Stars Behavioral Health Group (SBHG) currently employs approximately 1,700 people at more than 45 different sites throughout California in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, Fresno, Central Valley, Stanislaus, Santa Clara, Alameda, and Sacramento counties. We serve more than 30,000 children, youth and families annually throughout the state.

Our experienced staff of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Specialists, Parent Partners and other therapists/counselors provide case management, mental health care and a range of support services in schools, homes or other community settings.  Our dedicated teams work collaboratively and in partnership with family members, school administrators and faculty, county social workers, case managers, probation officers and other agencies.

JOB SUMMARY
Peer and Family Advocates are people who have lived experience in the mental health system in some capacity. They serve as role models, companions, educators and advocates to our consumers.  Although not professional counselors, Peer and Family Advocates are treatment team members and trained in basic counseling skills. 
 

Peer and Family Advocates help consumers explore options given their available resources and formulate problem-solving plans. They also serve as informal Advocates, offering consumers the opportunity to discuss issues surrounding relationships, feelings, attitudes, personal goals and individual rights. Sometimes Peer Advocates help people learn independent living skills such as money management or various household skills.
 

Using the Recovery Model outlined in the MHSA (Mental Health Services Act), the goal of the Peer and Family Advocate is to empower consumers in creating a hopeful future where they can experience the possibilities of getting a job, earning a diploma, and having an apartment of their own. The Peer Advocate will support consumers in moving toward recovery, creating a meaningful role in their life, which is separate from their illness.
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 

Education

High School Diploma and completion of some college-level
(or equivalent) coursework in sociology, psychology, mental illness and its treatment, health care system, counseling and/or peer counseling or
 

Experience

Six months of full-time or experience performing non-professional, consumer directed services
in a mental health, health care, counseling, peer counseling, education, advocacy, or other social services agency / organization serving people with
disabilities.

License or Certification

Valid California Driver's License preferred

Physical Requirements

Ability to visually and audibly assess client's behavior
and needs.

POTENTIAL JOB HAZARDS

Assaultive clients

Blood and Body Fluid Contact (Category I)

Operation of company vehicle

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REQUIRED

Understanding of Standard Precautions.

Demonstrated safe driving record with DMV

We offer: 
 

• DailyPay
• MFTI and ACSW's receive supervision for BBS hours
• Competitive compensation
• Company paid benefits package including medical, dental and vision and many other voluntary benefits
• Rewarding work environment with excellent opportunities for career growth
• Excellent work/life balance including generous vacation and holiday pay
• Meaningful relationships with your co-workers and the individuals we serve
• Family-oriented environment
• On the job training including paid CEU opportunities and career development
• Flexible work schedule and environment
• Mileage reimbursement