Peace River Center, the community’s leading behavioral health and victims services non-profit, offers competitive pay and excellent benefits. At Peace River Center you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about giving back and caring for individuals and families in Polk, Hardee, and Highlands Counties. If you’re looking for a rewarding career and meaningful work, you’ve come to the right place.
At Peace River Center, our goal is to provide the best care to not only the 21,500 clients we serve annually, but to our 400-plus staff members as well. With offices throughout Polk, Hardee, and Highlands Counties, we cultivate an atmosphere of inclusion and collaboration.
Our mission is to engage, restore, and empower individuals in our community to reach their fullest potential; our employees are the key to making that happen. The vision of Peace River Center is to be a center of excellence for building emotional wellness.
We provide staff with ongoing training and the tools they need to excel and maintain the high standards required by our governing agencies. Peace River Center is accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed by The Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA) and The Department of Children and Families (DCF). We are an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace and require a Level 2 DCF Background Check. If you have the drive to provide superior customer care in a supportive and rewarding work environment, we encourage you to apply today!
This person will be working with members at the clubhouse seeking abilities and strengths in individuals and working toward recovery through meaningful activities. She/he will also be working side by side with members to engage and participate in a “work ordered day”. He/ She will lead and organize the business, member service, kitchen units and employment/housing/education unit to engage members in running the clubhouse. She/he will also be responsible for creating, linking, and monitoring employment opportunities for the Clubhouse members. This person will be in the community meeting with employers to establish relationships and gain transitional and supported employment positions with the agencies. He/ She will be working with members at the clubhouse on resume building, application submissions, and employment skill enhancing tasks. She/he will also be co-leading education groups for the betterment of the Clubhouse members as well as assisting with educational situations to obtain educational opportunities for the Clubhouse members. Bachelor's degree in human services field. High school level considered if accompanied by one of the following certifications: Certified recovery peer specialist. Certified psychiatric rehabilitation practitioner. Certified recovery support specialist. Certified behavioral health technician. No experience required. Must have reliable transportation and be of age 21 years old. Must be able to become a driver for PRC. Must carry $25,000/$50,000 bodily injury coverage on personal vehicle and provide and maintain proof of coverage. Must be able to drive your own vehicle and have a clear and valid FL driver's license. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.
$500 Sign on Bonus. The Crisis Outreach Counselor provides mental health crisis services in various settings for immediate crisis assessment, crisis intervention, and time-limited, crisis counseling to promote crisis resolution and evaluation to individuals in Polk County who have come to the attention of Polk County Sheriff’s Office and may be experiencing any type of emotional distress. Working in partnership with Sheriff’s Deputies, the Crisis Outreach Counselor facilitates continuity of treatment for individuals through follow up contact to assist with connection to services, establish plans to alleviate further crises, and facilitate the Baker Act process as needed. Master’s Degree in a Human Services field from an Accredited College or University. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in mental health or related field. Must have reliable transportation. Will drive personal vehicle for job dutie. Must be 21+ with a valid driver’s license and a clear driving record. Must carry & maintain $25,000/$50,000 bodily injury coverage on personal vehicle and provide proof of coverage annually. Peace River Center is a Drug Free workplace and requires a DCF Level 2 background clearance.