Certified Peer Support Specialist — Lead Recovery & Empowerment

00 RHA Health Services, LLC; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv: early access to earned wages

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing Programs

Chronic disease management programs

Training: CPR, first aid

Job summary

RHA Health Services is hiring a Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina (NC) and Pennsylvania (PA). This paraprofessional role focuses on recovery-oriented services for individuals with mental health or substance use challenges, promoting self-determination and community integration.

The position involves leading peer support groups, empowerment coaching, connecting clients to resources, and serving as a recovery role model. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Peer Support Specialist in NC or PA.
• 1 year experience working with individuals with behavioral health issues preferred.
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Modeling effective coping and self-help techniques to individuals.
• Providing empowerment skills and support in successful recovery living.
• Assisting individuals in finding resources, advising of processes, and encouraging follow through with proposed resolutions, locating social activities, or provide other assistance as needed.
• Leading peer support groups with individuals served.
• Supporting/assisting individuals in daily decision making and resolution of minor problems.
• Facilitating social opportunities in the community.
• Fostering development of healthy relationships by encouraging participation in community activities.
• Sharing personal story of recovery and resilience to instill hope.

Skills

Peer support

Empathy

Communication

Job description

RHA Health Services is hiring a Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina (NC) and Pennsylvania (PA). This paraprofessional role focuses on recovery-oriented services for individuals with mental health or substance use challenges, promoting self-determination and community integration.

The position involves leading peer support groups, empowerment coaching, connecting clients to resources, and serving as a recovery role model. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is offered.