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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for recovery specialist in Riverside, CA is $27.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $35.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a recovery specialist?

Recovery Specialists are professionals who help individuals or organizations regain control over financial, mental health, or substance use issues. In financial contexts, they assist in recovering overdue debts or assets. In health and social services, Recovery Specialists support clients in overcoming addiction or mental health challenges by offering guidance, resources, and motivation. Their goal is to help clients achieve long-term stability and improved well-being. The specific duties of a Recovery Specialist may vary depending on the industry they work in.

How does a recovery specialist typically collaborate with other departments to support clients' progress?

Recovery Specialists frequently work alongside clinical staff, case managers, and peer support teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients. They participate in multidisciplinary meetings to share updates, discuss challenges, and align on strategies to best support each individual's recovery goals. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as Recovery Specialists often serve as a bridge between clients and various service providers to ensure consistent and holistic support throughout the recovery process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a recovery specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Recovery Specialist, you need a solid understanding of addiction recovery principles, case management, and typically a background in psychology, social work, or a related field. Familiarity with electronic case management systems and, in some cases, certifications such as Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) or peer support credentials are commonly required. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and empathy help build trust and motivate clients through their recovery journey. These skills are crucial for providing effective support, ensuring client engagement, and achieving positive outcomes in recovery programs.

What is the difference between Recovery Specialist vs Debt Collector?

AspectRecovery SpecialistDebt Collector
CredentialsMay require certifications like Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS)Typically no formal certifications required
Work EnvironmentOften in healthcare, social services, or financial recovery settingsPrimarily in call centers or field collections
Employer & IndustryFinancial institutions, healthcare providers, social service agenciesDebt collection agencies, financial institutions
Primary FocusHelping clients recover from financial or personal setbacksRecovering unpaid debts from consumers

While both Recovery Specialists and Debt Collectors work in financial recovery, Recovery Specialists focus on assisting clients through supportive and rehabilitative services, often requiring specialized certifications. Debt Collectors primarily focus on recovering unpaid debts, usually working in call centers or field environments. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Recovery Specialist job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, and 26% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,185 per year, or $28.5 per hour.

Peer Recovery Coach - On Call - Mental Health 326

Telecare Corporation

Perris, CA

$23/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

New

Telecare Corporation rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

415th of 887 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:

On-Call | AM/NOC/PM | Shifts: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM, 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM | Days vary as needed

Expected starting wage 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

o   California: 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 
  • Successful completion of Peer Support Training or Peer Employment Training.

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.

The Telecare Riverside Mental Health Urgent Care will offer 24/7 voluntary treatment to adults ages 18 and above who are suffering a mental health crisis but wish to avoid a locked setting. The program will use a welcoming, home-like environment to help assess the nature of the crisis, soothe and comfort the individual, and connect them with resources to avoid future crisis. Services are recovery-oriented, and will utilize a multi-disciplinary team approach with a high level of peer-to-peer services.

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.

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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