Community Support Team (CST) Peer Support Professional

Ncgcare; North East; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Durham, England is seeking a full-time Peer Support Professional to provide clinical services and assist clients receiving CST team services. The role involves advocacy, service coordination, and individual counseling to help clients obtain necessities of daily life. Candidates should have appropriate peer support certification and a track record of recovery. This position offers competitive compensation based on service delivery along with a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement plans.

Benefits

Consumer-driven health plan coverage

Wellness access to licensed doctors

401(k) or Roth IRA retirement programs

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Must have completed a certification program for Peer Support Specialists.
• Must have at least two years of sustained recovery from mental health or substance use issues.
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying, planning, scheduling and implementing services for clients.
• Provide written documentation as required, including treatment notes.
• Be available to respond as needed to clients and co-workers 24/7.

Skills

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Advocacy skills

Symptom assessment

Counseling skills

Crisis intervention

Permanent Supportive Housing model knowledge

Education

Certification for Peer Support Specialists

Job description

Community Support Team (CST) Peer Support Professional (2195)

Durham, England, UK

Description

Bring Your Passion

We are seeking a full‑time Peer Support Professional to join our Community Support Team (CST). In this role you will provide clinical services to all clients receiving CST team services, including tenancy support interventions using the Permanent Supportive Housing model; service coordination; symptom assessment and management; individual supportive counseling; activities‑of‑daily‑living social interpersonal relationship and leisure‑time‑activity services; support services or direct assistance to ensure that clients obtain the basic necessities of daily life; and education support and consultation to individuals, families and other major supports.

Compensation

This position is compensated using a piece rate model where pay is based on the Relative Value Units (RVUs) assigned to each billable service. Each service is assigned a specific RVU value and your total compensation is determined by the number and type of services you deliver.

• Orientation rate: $17/hourly
• Piece Rate: $22 per RVU – $24.50 per RVU

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying, planning, scheduling and implementing services for the client.
• Assist in the development of transition plans when clients move in and out of services.
• Act as an advocate in the community.
• Provide written documentation as required, including treatment notes, goals and plans for the medical record (e.g., service notes input into person‑centered plan).
• Be available to respond as needed to clients and co‑workers 24/7/365.
• Must be free from all illicit substance use.
• This is considered Light Work; no lifting over 20 pounds.
• Demonstrate adherence to the treatment models within CST such as Permanent Supportive Housing, CBT strategies, MI and Harm Reduction.
• At the discretion of the team lead or supervisor and/or management, this position may require additional duties not specifically listed above.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a certification program for Peer Support Specialists and have at least two years of sustained recovery from any identified mental health or substance use issues.
• Must become NVCI certified and have received training in the population served and client rights/confidentiality.
• Valid driver’s licence and current automobile insurance required.

Grow with Us.

Come be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation and discovery. We want talented individuals to help us examine our current operations and create innovative solutions that will revolutionize and enhance the way we approach our work.

Benefits

• Consumer‑driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem.
• Wellness: access to licensed doctors, therapists andists via the Anthem “Sydney” app 24/7.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental.
• Vision plan through EyeMed.
• Optional Dependent‑Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) or Roth IRA retirement programs administered by Empower.
• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you.
• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short‑Term Disability).
• Educational assistance based on years of service.
• Licensure residency program for full‑time clinical staff.
• Advancement and career development opportunities.

Equal opportunity employer: ncgCARE and its affiliates are equal‑opportunity employers. We consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or other protected characteristic.

We are committed to a drug‑free workplace and provide accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. ncgCARE participates in the E‑Verify program.