Recovery Coach | Entry-Level Mental Health Aide

Crestwood Behavioral Health
Fairfield, CA
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at entry-level candidates in mental health who are willing to work on-call in a community-based setting.

Best fit for

  • Entry-level candidates with a compassionate mindset and interest in behavioral health support
    — “A compassionate mindset toward those who are in recovery.”
  • Individuals seeking to build a career in behavioral health through on-the-job training and growth opportunities
    — “Our employees are our most valuable assets.”

Things to consider

  • On-call shifts during PM and overnight hours may require flexibility and availability outside of standard work hours
    — “On-Call (PM & Overnight)”
  • This role is contingent upon passing a background investigation including criminal history and identity checks
    — “Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with peer support or community-based programs in your resume and interview responses
    — “Our dynamic rehabilitative treatment program addresses the diverse cultural, spiritual, psychological, biological, and social needs of the people we serve.”
  • Emphasize your ability to work in a homelike, inclusive environment with clients and their support systems
    — “Our homelike atmosphere is inclusive of the family, friends, and other supporters of our persons served.”
  • Showcase any prior involvement in life skills training or crisis support, even in non-professional contexts
    — “assisting in crisis intervention.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful client recovery journeys
  • positive feedback from clients
Typical background
experience in behavioral healthbackground in social work or counseling

Skills & requirements

Required

Mental Health SupportRecovery CoachingCrisis Intervention

Preferred

Group Therapy Facilitation

Stack & domain

Compassionate MindsetMental Health

About the role

Original posting from Crestwood Behavioral Health via Greenhouse

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!

Title: Recovery Coach (Entry-Level Mental Health Aide)

Job Duties: The Recovery Coach (Entry-Level Mental Health Aide) is responsible for assisting in the provision of the therapeutic milieu by monitoring and communicating with persons served, providing rehabilitation groups under supervision, and assisting in crisis intervention. Other duties may be assigned as needed by the Director of Nursing, the Program Director, or a designee.

Schedule:

On-Call (PM & Overnight)

Qualifications: 

Minimum of a high school diploma/GED.

A compassionate mindset toward those who are in recovery.

Crestwood Offers Comprehensive Benefits Packages to Full-Time Employees Including:

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

About the Campus: With a focus on life skills training, linkage, and community engagement, Crestwood’s Adult Residential Programs serve adults in community-based residential settings. Persons served benefit from extensive life skills training; peer counseling; case management; behavioral self-management; community residential treatment systems; and Crestwood’s Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) program. Our homelike atmosphere is inclusive of the family, friends, and other supporters of our persons served. Our dynamic rehabilitative treatment program addresses the diverse cultural, spiritual, psychological, biological, and social needs of the people we serve. This provides the basis for developing a program that fosters growth, change, and independence.

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The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay per hour at the time of posting. Final salary offered to the candidate selected for the position will be based on factors including but not limited to candidate's skills, experience, licensure, and program acuity. Pay Range:$23—$24.17 USDIt’s About Growth! Our employees are our most valuable assets.

Did you know that at Crestwood you can gain experience at one of California’s leading behavioral health service providers? We deliver industry leading education and training that allows our team members to succeed and continue to grow their careers with Crestwood. 

Check out our Career Page to learn more about being a part of the Crestwood Family and the benefits available. https://workatcrestwood.com/

Crestwood is proud to be an 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 everyone. Employment and advancement opportunities are extended to 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 HR@CBHI.net.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please review this link to provide information on how we collect and use your data. 

Crestwood is required to participate in the E-Verify program. To learn more, please see: E-Verify Participation,  Right to Work notices, or visit www.e-verify.gov.

Source: Crestwood Behavioral Health careers (Greenhouse)

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