All of NC

Join the fastest growing agency in the State of North Carolina! As a Peer Support Specialist at Beacon Bridge, you will use your personal recovery journey from mental health and/or substance use challenges to support and assist clients on an individual basis. This role involves providing direct peer support, advocacy, and collaborating closely with the clinical team to improve client outcomes in the selected county of operation within North Carolina.

*Must have a min. of 2 years of verifiable experience and all trainings complete prior to onboarding and be a QP.

Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a personal experience of recovery from mental health or addiction issues and be dedicated to supporting others on their own recovery journey. As a Certified Peer Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in providing peer-based support, mentoring, and guidance to individuals struggling with behavioral health issues. This position requires a strong understanding of behavioral health and crisis management techniques.

Employment Type: 

Full and Part time positions are available 

Compensation:

We offer competitive salary and hourly positions (based on knowledge, education and experience).

Mileage reimbursement is available for travel outside of assigned service area. 

Paid training

How to express interest: 

Email resume to: spriester@researchcommunitycare.com

Subject: Peer Support Specialist 

We are a CARF accredited behavioral health agency serving all 100 counties in NC and have immediate openings for Certified Peer Support Specialists to join our team, specifically in the Concord, Rockingham and Wayne counties area. We offer medical, dental, life insurance, and 401K benefits.

Job Summary

Provides peer-based recovery support services to individuals with mental health and/or substance use challenges. Drawing on their lived experience of recovery, the Peer Support Specialist builds trust with peers, supports them in identifying their strengths and goals, and helps them navigate recovery resources. This position requires a deep understanding of peer support values, ethics, and boundaries, with an emphasis on person-centered care, recovery-oriented strategies, and crisis intervention.