TASC Peer Support Specialist

Coastal Horizons; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Career growth opportunities

Educational loan repayment programs

Retirement savings plan/401K

Paid time off programs and holidays

Employee engagement activities

Job summary

Coastal Horizons in Burlington, NC is hiring a TASC Peer Support Specialist to support justice-involved individuals through the TASC Program. This full-time role involves working with care managers and other partners to facilitate access to essential services, including employment and housing.

The ideal candidate will have lived experience with mental health and/or substance use disorders, a diploma or higher, and certification as a Peer Support Specialist. Benefits include a competitive salary, comprehensive insurance, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of wellness and recovery-based concepts.
• Lived experiences with mental health/substance use disorders.
• At least one year of recovery.

Responsibilities

• Promote consumer engagement in TASC and related services.
• Support therapy and engagement with clinicians.
• Assist clients with transportation to primary care services.
• Complete tracking and documentation of services provided.
• Collaborate for continuity of care with various stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Understanding of wellness and recovery-based concepts

Education

Diploma/Equivalent or higher

Peer Support Specialist Certification

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Remote collaboration tools (Teams, Zoom)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: TASC Peer Support Specialist

Location: Alamance, Orange, and Chatham Counties

Hours: 40 hours/week, Full Time, M-F, Non-Exempt

Coastal Horizons Center seeks a dedicated and qualified Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our team. This position offers an opportunity to support justice-involved individuals by providing peer support services within the TASC (Treatment Accountability for Safer Communities) Program. The ideal candidate will collaborate with the TASC Care Manager, community partners/resources, justice systems, and service providers to help individuals access housing, transportation, employment, and medical services. This opportunity is located in Alamance, Orange, and Chatham Counties (Primary office is Burlington, NC).

The PSS promotes consumer engagement in TASC or other justice-related services, therapy with clinicians, engagement with psychiatric appointments, and involvement in wellness services and recovery support, as well as engagement with primary care. It also completes all tracking and reporting requirements for outcomes and evaluation, documents services provided, and assists clients in transportation, sharing of personal recovery stories, and other supports. The PSS works directly with the Alamance, Orange, and Chatham County TASC Care Managers to ensure continuity of care and takes a team approach to the provision of services with TASC, probation, treatment providers, and support services.

Responsibilities

• Promote consumer engagement in TASC and other justice-related services.
• Support therapy with clinicians and engagement with psychiatric appointments.
• Assist clients with transportation and access to primary care and wellness services.
• Complete tracking and reporting for outcomes and evaluation; document services provided.
• Collaborate with TASC Care Managers, probation, treatment providers, and support services to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

Required Educational/Experiential Qualifications

• Diploma/Equivalent or higher, with knowledge of wellness and recovery-based concepts.
• Lived experiences with mental health and/or substance use disorders and at least one year of recovery.
• Must have completed the Peer Support Specialist Certification Program.

Required Skills

• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and similar platforms.
• Proficiency in using electronic health record systems and remote collaboration tools (i.e., Teams, Zoom).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including legal systems, healthcare providers, and social services.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience: $39,000-$41,000
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Educational loan repayment programs & Career growth
• Retirement savings plan/401K
• Paid time off programs, rollover hours, 14 paid holidays
• Employee engagement activities, resource groups, and diversity events

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter through our Careers Page. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

We look forward to reviewing your application!

EEO Statement

Coastal Horizons is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.