Certified Peer Support Specialist – Recovery Advocate

RHA Health Services, LLC; East Winston (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payactiv

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off

Health/Insurance

401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing Programs

Chronic Disease management programs

Free CPR, first aid training

Job summary

RHA Health Services is hiring a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) to work in a facility-based crisis setting. The role emphasizes person-centered recovery, advocacy, and assisting individuals with mental health and substance use challenges to regain control of their lives.

The CPSS will provide crisis-informed support, participate in recovery dialogues, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote self-determination and community participation.

Qualifications

• Requires Qualified Mental Health Professional Status and Peer Support certification or supervision.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience working with the supported population.
• Certified as a Peer Support Specialist or equivalent certification eligibility.
• Must complete 20 hours of training in crisis components within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to provide advice and support per a treatment plan.
• Assist in peer support groups with assigned consumers regularly.
• Support consumers in daily decision making and resolving issues.
• Assist clients by locating resources and encouraging follow-through with resolutions.
• Accompany clients to meetings and advocate for consumer needs in community groups.
• Foster healthy relationships and encourage participation in community activities.
• Model coping and self-help techniques for individuals or groups.
• Inform clients about community resources and how to use them.

Skills

Peer Support Certification

Crisis Intervention

Communication

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license & auto insurance

Job description

RHA Health Services is hiring a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) to work in a facility-based crisis setting. The role emphasizes person-centered recovery, advocacy, and assisting individuals with mental health and substance use challenges to regain control of their lives.

The CPSS will provide crisis-informed support, participate in recovery dialogues, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote self-determination and community participation.