Behavioral Health, Communication Skills, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Computer Skills, Crisis Intervention, Documentation, Driver's License, English Language, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Multilingual, On Call, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Social Work, Spanish Language, Telephone Skills, Time Management
Description
Peer Support Specialist I – MCRT
Location: Hanford/Avenal, CA
Position Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $20.00 – $21.22 per hour
Join Our Mission
At Kings View, every role contributes to something bigger — improving lives and strengthening communities. Guided by compassion, excellence, integrity, and respect, we provide behavioral health and social services to individuals and families with limited resources throughout California.
Position Overview
Kings View is seeking a Peer Support Specialist I – MCRT to join our Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) in Hanford/Avenal. This position supports individuals experiencing mental health crises through compassionate intervention, advocacy, and connection to services.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Provide direct advocacy and support to individuals and families experiencing mental health crises
• Respond compassionately to crisis calls and community support requests
• Assist with intake assessments, safety planning, and service coordination
• Conduct 72-hour follow-up contacts after crisis intervention services
• Support stabilization efforts to reduce hospitalization and promote recovery
• Complete timely documentation in SmartCare and OnePoint
• Participate in outreach events and collaborate with community partners
• Attend required trainings and participate in rotational on-call responsibilities
Required Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with the public
• Valid California Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
• Strong communication and crisis de-escalation skills
• Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment during crisis situations
• Basic computer proficiency
Preferred Qualifications
• College coursework or degree preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Experience in behavioral health or crisis response preferred
Apply Today at careers.kingsview.org