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PTFFC Peer Support Specialist

PATHWAYS YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES INC·San Antonio, Texas

$18 - $20/hrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 6 days ago
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PTFFC Peer Support Specialist · $18 - $20/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -55% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in San Antonio, Texas ($40.00/hr, n=134)
  • 312 similar openings in the San Antonio area · median $40.00/hr
$10.00/hr · p10p90 · $2,100/hr
this role: $18.00/hrmedian $40.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 134 posted behavioral health roles in San Antonio, Texas rates. This role sits in the 13th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 55% below the San Antonio, Texas median for behavioral health roles.

The Peer Support Specialist provides ongoing support to children and foster families by modeling evidence-based practices and reinforcing treatment goals. They are responsible for monitoring behavior, facilitating daily schedules, and providing crisis readiness support.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Pathways
  • San
  • Antonio -
  • San
  • Antonio,
  • TX 78213Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level:
  • Associates
  • DegreeSalary
  • Range: $18.00 - $20.00
  • HourlyTravel
  • Percentage:
  • Local
  • Travel
  • RequiredJob
  • Shift: FlexiblePathways is designated as a Mental Health Rehabilitation/Targeted Case Management (MHR/TCM) Provider Center of Excellence by Superior HealthPlan for our Mosaic Behavioral Health program. This recognition places Pathways among a select group of providers across Texas identified for delivering high-quality, effective, and responsive behavioral health services. As a Center of Excellence, Pathways is recognized as a provider who produces strong outcomes, earns high caregiver satisfaction, and possesses a stellar record of quality and compliance. We are honored that families continue to report feeling supported and empowered through Mosaic services and that children and youth demonstrate meaningful progress toward their goals while in care. This designation reflects the dedication of our staff, the trust of the families and caregivers we serve, and the strong partnerships we share with community agencies across Texas. Job Summary The Peer Support Specialist for Pathways Treatment Family Foster Care (PTFFC) is responsible for providing ongoing support for the child and their foster family by reinforcing, modeling and engaging the child or adolescent in empathetic and insightful conversation, grounded in the principles of evidenced based practices such as TBRI and Together Facing the Challenge. This position will bolster the implementation of the skills and concepts created by the treatment team and provide backup for the PTFFC program staff when needed.
  • Essential
  • Duties: Assess, support and augment the child’s emotional, psychological, and physical needs throughout the more challenging times of the child’s and family’s day. Apply educational knowledge and formalized training to make recommendations as to the type of help they need. Support their education by assisting in homework, celebrating success, and following the guidelines set forth by the QMHP and treatment team for social behavior and life skills. Observe and draw upon their knowledge and formalized training to make recommendations for changes in educational support, when needed. Teach and guide the family in implementing daily activity schedules set forth by the PTFFC Family Specialist including, but not limited to chores, schoolwork, and recreation. Observe, monitor and direct the family and child in following individual service/treatment plans. Make recommendations to enhance the individual/treatment plans based on your observations, experience, and educational knowledge, when needed. Observe and document changes in behavior or symptoms of dysregulation. Facilitate the family in outings that may be stressful for the child or adolescent as needed. Teach children and families throughout the PTFFC process by the modeling and coaching of TBRI and TFTC skills in accordance with the Individualized Treatment/Service Plans. Instruct children in the development of effective basic life and social skills and routines while providing encouragement and guidance to engage in activities that engender feelings of attachment, support and community. Use discretion and judgement as to which methods and models are most effective in helping the families navigate through difficult times. Teach the families in real time to effectively maneuver through difficult times of transition and acts as a mentor and support to both the child and the PTFFC parents. Responsible for maintaining one week of on call crisis readiness on a rotating basis.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field and have at least two years of experience working with children with behavioral disorders. A valid Texas driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to pass background and drug screenings are required.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Mentoring
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Suite
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Emotional support
  • Crisis intervention
  • TBRI
  • Case management
  • Behavioral health
  • Peer support
  • Social skills training
  • Together Facing the Challenge

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$18 - $20/hr
Location
San Antonio, Texas
Posted
Sep 3, 2026
Application
Employer website
PATHWAYS YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES INC logo

Hiring organization

PATHWAYS YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES INC

Pathways Youth & Family Services is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization specializing in foster care, adoption, residential care, and behavioral health services. Our Story Pathways became a reality on May 8, 1992, when Pathways Youth Home received a license to...

IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Supervisor

Program Manager.

Supervises

N/A.

Caseload

Average of 10-12 clients.

Work

Environment: This is primarily a field-based position with some in office responsibilities.

Work

Hours: Work an average of 40 hours per week. Work hours set by the PTFFC Program Manager (and approved by the PTFFC Director) with allowances in scheduling to be available to meet with staff, children, and families during times and dates convenient for all parties involved (i.e. evenings and weekends).

Classification

Non-exempt.QualificationsEducation & Experience Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Human Services, or related area required. Two years of personal and/or professional experience working with children diagnosed with behavioral and emotional disorders. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Working knowledge of the needs of children placed in substitute care. Ability to support the agency's culture, growth, and success through communication, accountability, and positivity. Ability to be clear-headed and decisive based on the scope of the position. Ability to work efficiently and effectively both individually and as part of a team. Ability to appropriately accept feedback through the supervision process thus displaying the willingness to learn, grow, and improve. Effective oral and written communication skills. Skilled in approaching care/services from a strengths-based perspective. Competent in using Microsoft Word, Google, Excel, PowerPoint, GoTo Meeting, the Internet, and other software applications. Effective organizational skills. Additional Requirements Proof of valid Texas Driver's License (Type C) and at least three years of driving experience. Access to reliable transportation. Proof of valid/current auto insurance. Cleared motor vehicle driving record. Three employment references. Cleared criminal background check and signed statements regarding felony indictments/convictions. Cleared TB test results (current within 12 months prior to employment). Cleared pre-employment drug test. Working cellular telephone. Physical and Mental Demands With or without reasonable accommodation, the physical and mental requirements of this job may include the following: frequent seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly. Occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, frequent sitting, standing and walking may be required for long periods and may involve climbing stairs, walking up inclines and on uneven terrain. Additional physical requirements may include, frequent lifting and or moving up to 25 pounds. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Market context

Texas behavioral health roles need licensed clinicians

Behavioral-health openings in Texas often favor licensed clinicians because employers need candidates who can step into patient-facing care with minimal onboarding. Competition is shaped by the required master’s degree, Texas license, and preferred psychiatric experience, plus CPR and CPI certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your license type and highlight any psychiatric or crisis-care experience in your application.

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