Full-Time

JOB TITLE: Peer Support Specialist

REPORT TO: Qualified Professional

Job Description:

Certified Peer Support Specialist who is also a Qualified Professional to work 1/2 time as QP and 1/2 time as Peer Support Specialist.  Will meet with clients, complete Person Centered Plans, match clients with available Peers and supervise their work with clients.  This person will also provide peer support for 2-4 clients.  Salaried position $40-45K annually and has a benefit package.  This position serves both Carteret and Craven counties. Bachelors degree plus experience required.

Sunrise Community is looking to fill a temporary (9 month), full-time position. The Strategic Community Opioid Response/MAT Jail Certified Peer Support Specialist works collaboratively with the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Detention Center to provide supportive services to individuals returning to the community from Buncombe County Detention Facility. This individual works with these individuals post-release by supporting their sustained recovery and health needs through provision of system navigation and engagement support. 

Join us in our mission to provide hope, promote wellness and empower people who need it the most. 

Do you enjoy helping people to achieve their goals and dreams? 

Want to work for a company committed to supporting, educating, and empowering people to choose and achieve what is important to them? 

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 

Counseling those in active addition and or mental health and remain open to them. Offer alternatives to that life style!

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