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Peer Advocate Coordinator
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What they do
A Family, School, or General Case Manager coordinates the delivery of a range of social and health services to individuals and families. Assess client needs and work with agencies and institutions ensure clients get the help they need. Monitor client and work with other service providers as necessary to address client needs. Provide limited counseling to client and their family.
$56,746 / year median in California
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Peer Advocate Coordinator Star View Behavioral Health, Inc.
•3.0 Lancaster, CA Job Details Full-time $25.14
•$26.44 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off On-the-job training Vision insurance Qualifications Recovery peer support High school diploma or GED Driver's License Working with youth Full Job Description Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.
Job Title:
Peer Advocate Coordinator Division/Program:
Star View Teammates
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High Fidelity Wraparound Starting Compensation:
25.14
•26.44
USD Per Hour Working Location:
Service Planning Area 1 & 7 (Lancaster, Bellflower)
Working Hours/Shift:
Mon
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Fri:
8 AM
•5 PM Why Join Our Team?
Competitive Compensation :
Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
Generous Time Off :
Enjoy 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 :
A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication What you bring to SBHG (Qualifications): Education High School diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED, HiSET, etc.) required . College degree preferred. Experience Lived experience as a parent of a child who received services from DCFS, DMH, Probation and worked through it to be able to share their experience and assist other families, OR Personal/lived experience as a consumer of services from DCFS, DMH, Probation, recovery from SUD and worked through it to be able to share their experience and assist other families. Minimum of two (2) years' experience with SED youth.
Licensure & Certification:
Valid California Driver's License and maintenance of a driving record that meets the company driver eligibility policy SB803
•Peer Support Specialist Certification required SB803
•Supervisor Training must be completed within seven (7) days of hire How you will make a difference : The Peer Advocate Coordinator provides direct supervision to Parent Partners, ensuring that direct reports attend the Child & Family Team (CFT) and actively participate in development of the CFT. The Peer Advocate Coordinator participates in Network meetings and training, as appropriate. Peer Advocate Coordinators assist staff in the documentation of mental health services, assign cases, problem solving with professional staff, represent
SBHG HFW
programs in the community and within state outreach agencies, as well as hiring and training staff.
Division/Program Overview:
Programs:
High Fidelity Wraparound services: Comprehensive Behavioral & Social Support Services , Crisis response, team-based approach
Population Served:
Children, Youth, and Families battling trauma, mental illness, neglect, or substance abuse |
Facility & Setting:
Multidisciplinary program sites serving
SPA 1,2,3,4,6,7,8
Clinical Services:
Trauma-informed care, mental health treatment, behavioral interventions , and parental skill enhancement
Length of Stay:
Based on need, average stay is 18 months
Skills & Transition:
Strengths-based empowerment, resilience building, and long-term recovery/re-integration support Family support, skill development, advocacy, and comprehensive community resources Learn more about SBHG at : https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/