Recovery-Oriented Peer Support Specialist

Blue-Ridge-Health; Patton Park (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Company sponsored life insurance

Short and long-term disability

403(b) retirement with company match

9 paid holidays

PTO and Personal Day accrual

Job summary

Blue Ridge Health in Asheville, NC is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join our Behavioral Health Team. You will provide recovery-focused support, education, and crisis-informed services to individuals in the community.

You will engage clients with respectful outreach, promote self-advocacy, teach harm reduction, and connect people to local resources. High school diploma and Peer Support Certification are required; a valid driver's license is also needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Certification from a Peer Support Training Program.
• Valid Driver's license and acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Provide recovery-focused support and interventions.
• Engage individuals with respectful outreach and promote self-care and wellness.
• Model recovery values and teach harm reduction strategies.
• Support individuals in accessing community resources and informal support networks.

Skills

Valid Driver's license

Driving history

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Peer Support Training Certification

Job description

Blue Ridge Health in Asheville, NC is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join our Behavioral Health Team. You will provide recovery-focused support, education, and crisis-informed services to individuals in the community.

You will engage clients with respectful outreach, promote self-advocacy, teach harm reduction, and connect people to local resources. High school diploma and Peer Support Certification are required; a valid driver's license is also needed.