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 Western parts of NC.
The Peer Support Specialist provide individualized, recovery-focused support to persons that promotes the development of wellness self-management, personal recovery, natural supports, coping and self-advocacy skills, and the development of independent living skills for housing, employment and full community inclusion. This is a community-based service and community-based employment.
Job Responsibilities:
Assist clients with self-determination and decision-making
Teach functional skills (managing meds, finances, health care, resources, daily living, etc.).
Model recovery values, attitudes, beliefs, and personal action to encourage wellness
Teach and promote self-advocacy and empower clients to use their legal rights
Provide linkage to community resources
Participate in team meetings
Maintain and submit required documentation (treatment plans, service notes, etc.)
Able to meet weekly quotas
Attend weekly/monthly staff meeting/supervision
Provide limited transportation support
Use your personal vehicle for work.
Applicants must be:
Must be flexible and be able to work various shifts
ALREADY certified as a Peer Support Specialist
Individuals who have the life experience of being diagnosed with a mental illness or substance use disorder.
Well established in their own recovery.
Have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
Ability to participate in community outreach.
MUST have a valid driver's license and willing to use your personal vehicle for work.
Have reliable transportation
Previous experience working as a Peer Support Specialist in a community setting is preferred but not required.
PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME & COVER LETTER sharing your recovery journey to be considered for this position. Submit your resume and cover letter in PDF or Word format.
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Send resume and cover letter to the following email addresses nperrone@greateroutreachsvcs.com, nking@greateroutreachsvcs.com