Certified Peer Support Specialist - Recovery Advocate

Sunbehavioral; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbehavioral is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist in Warrenton, NC to provide support services to individuals with severe mental illness. This role includes coaching, fostering wellness strategies, and connecting individuals to community resources.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, lived experience with mental illness or substance abuse, and must be certified in North Carolina. This full-time position requires a valid driver’s license as travel is necessary.

Qualifications

• Must have lived experience with mental illness or substance abuse.
• Ability to foster self-advocacy and self-direction.
• Valid Driver's License and insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and support to individuals with severe mental illness.
• Assist in developing psychiatric advance directives.
• Identify community resources to support individuals' goals.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

Wellness management strategies

Community resource linkages

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina

Job description

Sunbehavioral is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist in Warrenton, NC to provide support services to individuals with severe mental illness. This role includes coaching, fostering wellness strategies, and connecting individuals to community resources.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, lived experience with mental illness or substance abuse, and must be certified in North Carolina. This full-time position requires a valid driver’s license as travel is necessary.