Trauma-Informed Peer Support Specialist - 3rd Shift

Promise Resource Network Inc.; Davidson (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick time

PTO

401K

EAP

Life insurance (optional)

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Job summary

Promise Resource Network Inc. in Davidson, NC, is seeking a Cabarrus Respite Peer Support Specialist for the 3rd shift to provide trauma-informed peer support within the respite setting.

You will offer advocacy, connect guests to resources, assist with housing and benefits, maintain safety, and operate the 24-hour peer warm line.

Qualified candidates hold NC PSS certification, have lived recovery experience, and possess strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist.
• Lived experience with substance use disorder and/or mental health challenges, meeting eligibility requirements for NC PSS certification.
• Belief in the recovery potential of all people and commitment to peer support principles.
• Ability to receive guidance, training, and mentoring to grow skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrates leadership by modeling PRN’s mission and values.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) using reflective listening and validating experiences.
• Must have a valid NC Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Share personal experience and encourage mental health wellness and recovery.
• Assist in connection with mental health services and community resources.
• Provide telephone support to peers via the 24-hour warm line.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and perform cleaning duties as needed.
• Work as part of a team to create a healing, bed-and-breakfast-like environment.
• Offer peer-to-peer support during all stay phases and during discharge planning.

Skills

Lived experience

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Documentation

Driver's license

Education

North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Spreadsheets

Databases

Presentation

Job description

Promise Resource Network Inc. in Davidson, NC, is seeking a Cabarrus Respite Peer Support Specialist for the 3rd shift to provide trauma-informed peer support within the respite setting.

You will offer advocacy, connect guests to resources, assist with housing and benefits, maintain safety, and operate the 24-hour peer warm line.

Qualified candidates hold NC PSS certification, have lived recovery experience, and possess strong communication and teamwork skills.