Behavioral Health Certified Peer Support Specialist

Carolinatherapeuticservicefirst; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Opportunity to Serve Your Community

Job summary

Carolina Therapeutic Service First is seeking Certified Peer Support Specialists in Charlotte, NC to provide peer support within a multi-disciplinary team. The role emphasizes recovery-focused, individualized guidance and community engagement.

The position requires lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery, a High School Diploma or GED, and NC peer support certification. Applicants should be prepared to collaborate with families, providers, and other team members.

Qualifications

• Lived experience of mental health or substance use recovery.
• Understanding of recovery principles for mental health or addiction challenges.
• Prior experience in a service-oriented field is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized guidance, coaching, and support to clients.
• Deliver training on personal and community resource utilization.
• Assist in developing formal and informal community supports.
• Support individuals in expanding social networks of family, friends, and significant others.
• Offer encouragement during crises and advocate for clients' rights.
• Collaborate with providers, family members, and others involved in recovery plans.
• Attend agency staff meetings, case conferences, and supervision.
• Maintain established productivity standards and confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Work with diverse individuals

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join Our Charlotte, NC Team of Awesome Staff!

What We Offer:

• Flexible Schedule
• Opportunity to Serve Your Community

Overview

We are seeking Certified Peer Support Specialists to provide peer support services as part of a multi-disciplinary team for individuals experiencing mental illness and/or substance use challenges. This role focuses on enhancing clients' recovery journey through individualized support and community engagement.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized guidance, coaching, and support
• Deliver training on personal and community resource utilization
• Assist in developing formal and informal community supports
• Support individuals in expanding social networks of family, friends, and significant others
• Offer encouragement during crises
• Advocate for individuals to protect their rights and reduce stigma
• Collaborate with providers, family members, and others involved in clients' recovery plans
• Participate in agency staff meetings, case conferences, and supervision
• Maintain established productivity standards
• Uphold confidentiality policies regarding clinical information and treatment
• Understand and adhere to client rights policies and procedures
• Engage in ongoing staff training and development
• Serve on designated agency committees
• Maintain professional standards and follow the Code of Ethics and Conduct
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience:

• Lived experience of mental health or substance use recovery
• Understanding of recovery principles for mental health or addiction challenges
• Prior experience in a service-oriented field is beneficial

Certification Requirements

Peer Support must be delivered by individuals who:

• Are Certified Peer Support Specialists in North Carolina
• Self-identify as having lived experience of mental illness or substance use disorder as defined by federal guidelines
• Are well established in their recovery and currently stable
• Hold a High School Diploma or GED
• Are supervised by a Qualified Professional (QP)
• Cannot be a family member of the individual receiving Peer Support services

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others
• Comfort in interacting with diverse individuals
• Sound understanding of mental health and/or substance use challenges and treatments
• Personal qualities: Patience, tolerance, empathy, maturity, and understanding