MUST HAVE NC PEER SUPPORT CERTIFICATION
10-15 hours starting but oppurtunity to be full time
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Peer Support Specialist to join our dynamic behavioral health team. In this vital role, you will serve as a relatable and empowering guide for individuals navigating mental health challenges, substance use recovery, and behavioral health concerns. Your lived experience and empathetic approach will foster hope, resilience, and positive change. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive environment dedicated to recovery and wellness.
Responsibilities
- Provide peer-led support to individuals experiencing mental health or addiction challenges, offering encouragement and guidance based on shared lived experiences
- Assist clients in developing coping strategies, goal setting, and recovery plans aligned with their personal needs and aspirations
- Conduct crisis intervention and crisis management when clients are in distress, ensuring safety and stabilization
- Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to foster motivation for change and reinforce positive behaviors
- Collaborate with clinical teams by documenting interactions accurately within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and maintaining confidentiality
- Mentor clients through behavioral health programs, promoting engagement and adherence to treatment plans
- Support clients in accessing community resources, social services, and additional support networks
Skills
- Strong understanding of behavioral health principles, mental health counseling, and addiction counseling practices
- Proven ability in crisis intervention and crisis management to de-escalate urgent situations effectively
- Excellent mentoring skills with a compassionate, non-judgmental approach
- Proficiency with EHR systems for documentation and record keeping
- Skilled in motivational interviewing techniques to facilitate client engagement
- Knowledge of social work practices related to mental health support and recovery services
- Effective communication skills to build trust and rapport with diverse populations
Join us in transforming lives through peer support! Your dedication can inspire hope, foster resilience, and help individuals reclaim their well-being. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a catalyst for positive change in your community.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.92 per hour
Work Location: In person
