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As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for peer coaching in Riverside, CA is $20.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.06 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Peer coaches often juggle their coaching responsibilities alongside their primary job duties, which requires effective time management and prioritization. Many organizations allocate specific hours for peer coaching sessions, but flexibility is key as needs may arise unexpectedly. Successful peer coaches set clear boundaries and communicate regularly with their supervisors to ensure their core responsibilities are not compromised. Collaborating with other coaches and leveraging team support can also help manage the dual demands of coaching and individual tasks.

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To thrive as a Peer Coach, you need a solid understanding of coaching methodologies, active listening skills, and experience in the relevant subject area, often supported by peer coaching training or certification. Familiarity with coaching platforms, digital communication tools, and feedback systems is typically required. Strong empathy, nonjudgmental attitude, and effective communication distinguish outstanding peer coaches. These abilities are crucial for building trust, fostering growth, and supporting clients in achieving their personal or professional goals.

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AspectPeer CoachingMentor
CredentialsOften informal; no specific certifications requiredMay have formal mentoring training or certifications
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, peer-to-peer settingsGuidance from experienced professionals
PurposeMutual development, skill sharingCareer guidance, advice from experienced individuals
UsageCommon in team development, peer groupsOften in career progression, leadership development

Peer coaching involves colleagues at similar levels working together to develop skills and share knowledge, while mentors are experienced professionals providing guidance and advice for career growth. Both play vital roles in professional development but differ in structure and purpose.

What is peer coaching?

Peer coaching is a collaborative process where colleagues at similar levels support each other's personal and professional growth. It typically involves structured conversations, feedback, and goal-setting, helping participants develop new skills and gain fresh perspectives. Unlike traditional coaching, peer coaching is reciprocal, meaning both parties take on the roles of coach and coachee. This approach fosters trust, accountability, and continuous improvement within teams or organizations.
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Peer Recovery Coach - Mental Health 179

Peer Recovery Coach - Mental Health 179

Telecare Corporation

San Bernardino, CA • On-site

$23/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Telecare Corporation rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

306th of 890 rated healthcare providers

Job description

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:

Full Time | AM | Shifts: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Days: Monday - Friday

Expected starting wage range is $23.00. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Peer Certification must be obtained prior to hire and maintained throughout employment
  • 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
  • Successful completion of Peer Support Training or Peer Employment Training.
  • Valid and current driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
  • Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.
  • Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.
  • Willingness to use your personal vehicle to attend meetings, etc.

What's In It For You*

  • Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
  • 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.

San Bernardino Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) is an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program and serves 50 unduplicated clients, ages 18+, that may have a history of frequent psychiatric hospitalizations and a history of homelessness.

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.


Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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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.

Industry

Offices of mental health practitioners

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Alameda, CA, US

Year founded

1965

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