TASC Peer Support Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental insurance

Life insurance

LTD disability insurance

Retirement savings plan/401K

Paid time off programs

Job summary

Coastal Horizons in Whiteville, NC, is seeking a TASC Peer Support Specialist to support justice-involved individuals through the TASC program. This position entails facilitating access to essential resources and engaging clients in services aimed at recovery and mental health.

The ideal candidate should possess a Peer Support Specialist Certification and demonstrate lived experiences with mental health or substance use disorders. The role offers a salary range of $39,000-$41,000 along with benefits including medical/dental insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of wellness and recovery-based concepts.
• At least one year of recovery experience.
• Certification as a Peer Support Specialist is required.

Responsibilities

• Promote consumer engagement in justice-related services.
• Assist clients with transportation and recovery.
• Complete tracking and reporting requirements.

Skills

Knowledge of wellness and recovery-based concepts

Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use disorders

Peer Support Specialist Certification

Education

Diploma/Equivalent or higher

Job description

Overview

Job Title: TASC Peer Support Specialist
Location: Bladen, Columbus, and Brunswick 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 a unique 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 Bladen, Columbus, and Brunswick Counties (Whiteville, NC is the primary office).

Responsibilities

The peer support specialist promotes consumer engagement in TASC or other justice-related services, therapy with clinicians, engagement with psychiatric appointments, involvement and engagement with wellness services and recovery supports, and engagement with primary care. Completes all tracking and reporting requirements for outcomes and evaluation and documents services provided. Assists clients in transportation, sharing of personal recovery stories, and other supportive activities. Works directly with Bladen, Columbus, and Brunswick County TASC Care Managers to ensure continuity of care and engages in a team approach with TASC, probation, treatment providers, and support services.

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.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for the position is $39,000-$41,000, plus medical/dental insurance, life insurance, LTD disability insurance, retirement savings plan/401K, and paid time off programs.

How to Apply

Please mail, fax, or email your resume and cover letter to:

Coastal Horizons Center, Inc.
ATTN: TASC AC
615 Shipyard Blvd.
Wilmington, NC 28412
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]