or apply directly on firsthand Health's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 0 days firsthand Health's roles stay open a median of 53 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of firsthand Health's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at firsthand Health
- high 13 stale, 6 reposted of 21 open
- Hiring momentum
- 38 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-25
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from firsthand Health's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for firsthand Health.
About this role
As a High Intensity Peer Counselor (RISE Guide) at firsthand, you will provide intensive support to individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) and substance use disorders (SUD). Your role involves engaging with clients multiple times a week, coordinating care, and helping them navigate their recovery journey through both in-person and virtual interactions. You will also work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care and support for your clients' needs.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of firsthand Health as an employer.
What you need
- Lived experience with SMI and/or SUD and recovery
- Two years demonstrated recovery time from a mental health and/or substance abuse disorder at the date of application
- State Peer Recovery certification, or eligibility and willingness to obtain certification within six months of employment
- Agreement to complete a paid training period prior to serving individuals and pass assessments to move forward
- Interest in gaining a Community Health Worker (CHW) Credential after hire, or already holds certification
- Training or experience in de-escalation techniques or a willingness to be trained in these methods
Nice to have
- Experience with direct in-person engagement for individuals with SMI and SUD
- Expertise in recovery education and coaching
- Understanding of whole health and trauma-informed approaches to peer support
- Familiarity with local community resources, behavioral health systems, and the criminal justice system
- Ability to thrive in a mobile environment, spending 80%+ of your time in the community
What you get
- Base salary
- Equity
- Performance bonus potential
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and mental wellness coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- 16 weeks of paid parental leave for both parents
Worth weighing
- No salary listed
- Role requires significant in-community engagement, which may not suit everyone
- Employment contingent upon vaccination requirements, with limited exemption options
- No sponsorship available for candidates
Summarised from firsthand Health's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by firsthand Health on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-25. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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