Certified Peer Support Specialist - Community Advocate

Ottawa Riverkeeper | Sentinelle de la rivière des Outaouais; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

All Purpose Leave with Self Care time

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

Employee Assistance Program

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Telehealth services

Cell Phone, Mileage & Supervision Reim

CEU & Training stipend

Top of the line tech

401k

Job summary

SPARC Programs in North Carolina is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) to deliver Community Support Services in the McDowell County area. You will work as part of a team to support adults with mental illness and substance use needs, focusing on symptom stabilization, skill-building, and crisis support.

The role requires CPSS certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least one year of community-based experience.

Qualifications

• CPSS certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of community-based experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide community support services as part of a collaborative team.
• Assist adults with mental illness and substance use needs to live in the community.
• Coordinate with CST services to address client needs and goals.

Skills

CPSS Certification

Community-based experience

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SPARC Programs in North Carolina is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) to deliver Community Support Services in the McDowell County area. You will work as part of a team to support adults with mental illness and substance use needs, focusing on symptom stabilization, skill-building, and crisis support.

The role requires CPSS certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least one year of community-based experience.