Recovery Coach & Client Advocate - Peer Support Specialist

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation leave

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Retirement plan options

Job summary

SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) - Office of Mental Health is seeking a Client Advocate I / Certified Peer Support Specialist to help individuals and families navigate challenges and pursue long-term wellness. The role involves peer support services, recovery coaching, and community navigation at the Charleston site.

Responsibilities include patient care hours, documentation, compliance, and maintaining PSS certification, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Self-identify as MI/SU.
• Demonstrate 2 years of sustained recovery without relapse.
• Complete 100 hours of supervised, paid, or volunteer peer support work.
• Own a serviceable personal vehicle and a valid SC driver's license.
• Lift up to 5 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care hours annually per LOC and prior authorizations.
• Deliver peer support services in various settings (mentoring, recovery coaching, groups, navigation).
• Document services per state, federal, and CARP guidelines.
• Comply with Corporate Compliance and Risk Management Plans.
• Provide follow-up contacts to maintain continuity of care and recovery.

Skills

Peer support

Communication

Documentation

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree substitution allowed

Tools

SCEIS training

Peer Support Specialist Certification

Job description

SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) - Office of Mental Health is seeking a Client Advocate I / Certified Peer Support Specialist to help individuals and families navigate challenges and pursue long-term wellness. The role involves peer support services, recovery coaching, and community navigation at the Charleston site.

Responsibilities include patient care hours, documentation, compliance, and maintaining PSS certification, with opportunities for