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CoralTree Hospitality

Night Auditor - Part-Time

Ivins, UT · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Process guest requests, wake-up calls, and service recovery needs. * Maintain accurate records and reporting. * Uphold Black Desert Resort's ultra-premium service standards. * Perform other duties as ...

CoralTree Hospitality

Night Auditor Part-Time

Ivins, UT · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Process guest requests, wake-up calls, and service recovery needs. * Maintain accurate records and reporting. * Uphold Black Desert Resort's ultra-premium service standards. * Perform other duties as ...

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How much do desert recovery jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for desert recovery in the United States is $17.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Desert Recovery Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Desert Recovery Specialist, you need expertise in vehicle recovery techniques, off-road navigation, and knowledge of desert survival, often supported by relevant safety or rescue certifications. Familiarity with tools such as winches, GPS mapping systems, satellite communication devices, and recovery equipment is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are standout soft skills in this role. These skills are crucial to ensure safe, efficient recoveries and to protect both personnel and equipment in challenging desert conditions.

What is desert recovery?

Desert recovery refers to the process of restoring and rehabilitating desert ecosystems that have been degraded by human activity, climate change, or natural disasters. This work often involves replanting native vegetation, controlling invasive species, managing water resources, and monitoring wildlife populations to promote ecological balance. The goal is to enhance biodiversity, improve soil health, and support the natural resilience of desert environments. Desert recovery professionals may work for government agencies, conservation organizations, or research institutions.

What is the difference between Desert Recovery vs Substance Abuse Counselor?

AspectDesert RecoverySubstance Abuse Counselor
CredentialsTypically requires certification in addiction counseling or related fieldsRequires certification or licensure in substance abuse counseling
Work EnvironmentResidential treatment centers, outpatient clinics, or detox facilities in desert or rural settingsClinics, hospitals, or community health centers, often in urban or suburban areas
Industry UsageSpecialized in addiction recovery programs, often in desert regionsBroader role in addiction treatment and mental health support

Desert Recovery professionals focus on addiction treatment within desert or rural settings, often requiring specific certifications. Substance Abuse Counselors have a broader scope, working in various environments to support individuals battling substance dependency. While both roles involve addiction counseling, Desert Recovery specialists are typically found in specialized treatment centers in desert regions, whereas Substance Abuse Counselors work across diverse healthcare settings.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in desert recovery projects, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals working in desert recovery often encounter challenges such as extreme weather conditions, limited water resources, and fragile ecosystems. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—such as environmental scientists, engineers, and local communities—is crucial to developing sustainable solutions. Adapting to remote or harsh work environments and staying updated with innovative land restoration techniques are also key to success. Ongoing professional development and open communication within the team help address these challenges and foster a supportive work environment.
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Infographic showing various Desert Recovery job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, and 23% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,235 per year, or $17.9 per hour.
Peer Recovery Coach - Saturday/Sunday AM - Mental Health 612

Peer Recovery Coach - Saturday/Sunday AM - Mental Health 612

Telecare Corporation

Palm Springs, CA

$21 - $21.58/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Telecare Corporation rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

292nd of 875 rated healthcare providers

Job description

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

The Peer Recovery Coach I engages, inspires, and facilitates meaningful conversations with members served that assist the members to explore, create, and meet their own recovery goals. Peer Recovery Coaches 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 Recovery Coaches respond to critical situations with high-level engagement and de-escalation skills which support a least restrictive environment for members served experiencing an emergency related to a mental health/addiction challenge.  

Shifts Available:

  • Saturday and Sunday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Expected starting wage range is $21.00 - $21.58. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges.  

We pay 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)

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification through CalMHSA must be obtained within 120 days of your date of hire and maintained throughout employment. Failure to obtain certification within this period will result in separation with the company.
  • One (1) year or part-time equivalent of experience supporting members served with behavioral health challenges 
  • Experience as a beneficiary of the public Behavioral Health system of care 

What’s In It For You*

  • Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year 
  • 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)
  • Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching and mentorship
  • Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships 
  • Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits

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.

At the Desert Riverside Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), we are here to help you find relief from distress and assist you in maintaining stability in your life. We believe recovery starts from within, and that our job is to do whatever it takes to help you cope with crisis and gain skills to deal with your challenges more effectively. Our 12-chair facility, serving up to 8 adults (aged 18 and above) and 4 adolescents (aged 13-17); has a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, psychiatric prescribers, nursing staff, and peer specialists who are all here to help you on your path.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by position and location

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

Peer Support Specialist, Peer Recovery, Peer Employment Training, PET

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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Founded in 1965, Telecare is a rapidly growing mental health care company dedicated to making a difference for our clients, the community, and our employees. We offer an array of mental health services to adults with serious mental illness. We partner with public sector entities and behavioral health organizations and have over 155 programs and over 4,300 employees across the country. And we're growing all the time! When you work at Telecare, you help to empower thousands of individuals every day in their journeys of recovery.

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Offices of mental health practitioners

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alameda, CA, US

Year founded

1965

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