HCBS Certified Peer Specialist

Wright Directions Family Services; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Wright Directions Family Services seeks a Certified Peer Support Specialist Supervisor to provide oversight and mentorship to CPSS staff across South Carolina. The role emphasizes trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care, ensuring high-quality service delivery while maintaining compliance with Medicaid RBHS requirements.

Ideal candidates will possess CPSS supervisor qualifications, strong documentation skills, and the ability to coach teams toward person-centered goals and collaborative care with

Qualifications

• Must meet CPSS Supervisor qualifications established by the current South Carolina Medicaid RBHS Provider Manual.
• Knowledge of peer support principles and trauma-informed care.
• Strong written communication, organizational, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual supervision and mentorship to Certified Peer Support Specialists per SC Medicaid RBHS.
• Document supervision sessions and maintain required supervisory records.
• Review service documentation for accuracy, quality, medical necessity, and compliance with Medicaid requirements.
• Support staff in providing person-centered, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented mental health services.
• Promote strategies that help individuals improve emotional regulation, coping skills, self-advocacy, social connections, and independent living skills.
• Guide staff in helping members identify personal goals, recognize strengths, and develop skills to manage mental health challenges.

Skills

CPSS Supervisor qualifications

Mental health services knowledge

Trauma-informed care

Documentation skills

Education

CPSS certification (RBHS)

Job description

**Now Hiring: Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) Supervisor****Wright Directions, LLC | South Carolina | 1099 Independent Contractor****Contract Rate: $25-$29 per hour, based on experience**Wright Directions is seeking a qualified and compassionate CPSS Supervisor to support our Peer Support Services program throughout South Carolina. We are looking for a professional who understands the importance of mental health, emotional wellness, and helping individuals build the skills and confidence needed to live fulfilling, independent lives.The ideal candidate will provide guidance, mentorship, and oversight to Certified Peer Support Specialists while promoting quality services, professional development, and compliance with South Carolina Medicaid requirements.**Responsibilities*** Provide individual supervision and mentorship to Certified Peer Support Specialists in accordance with South Carolina Medicaid RBHS requirements.* Document supervision sessions and maintain required supervisory records.* Review service documentation for accuracy, quality, medical necessity, and compliance with applicable Medicaid requirements.* Support staff in providing person-centered, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented mental health services.* Promote strategies that help individuals improve emotional regulation, coping skills, self-advocacy, social connections, and independent living skills.* Guide staff in helping members identify personal goals, recognize strengths, and develop skills to manage mental health challenges.* Monitor service quality and support staff in maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and ethical standards.* Identify staff training needs and provide ongoing coaching to strengthen service delivery.* Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to promote coordinated, individualized care.* Support compliance with applicable SCDHHS policies, documentation standards, and organizational procedures.**Required Qualifications*** **Must meet the CPSS Supervisor qualifications established by the current South Carolina Medicaid RBHS Provider Manual.** This includes the applicable credentialing and experience pathway for the supervisor role.* Knowledge of mental health services, peer support principles, person-centered planning, and trauma-informed care.* Understanding of professional boundaries, confidentiality, and the South Carolina Peer Support Specialist Certification Program Code of Ethics.* Ability to provide effective supervision, mentorship, and constructive feedback.* Strong written communication, organizational, and documentation skills.* Commitment to supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges in building confidence, independence, and meaningful community connections.**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience supervising, mentoring, or training Certified Peer Support Specialists, or CPSS certified .* Familiarity with South Carolina Medicaid RBHS requirements and behavioral health documentation.* Experience working with children, adults, and families receiving mental health services.* Knowledge of coping skills, emotional wellness, community integration, and independent living support.* Experience collaborating with therapists, behavioral health providers, and community-based service teams.**Contract Details*** **1099 independent contractor position*** **$25-$29 per hour**, based on experience and qualifications* Flexible scheduling based on program needs* Must maintain applicable credentials and meet all regulatory requirements for the duration of the contract***Equal Employment Opportunity***Wright Direction Family Services is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants. It is our policy to ensure that both current and prospective employees are afforded equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with local, state and federal laws.***Americans with Disabilities Act***Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.## QualificationsCPSS certified