Certified Peer Support Specialist

3 weeks ago

Alamance County NC, United States Alamance United Mental Health Services Full time

Job Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Peer Specialist to join our team. As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will provide support and assistance to individuals with mental health challenges, utilizing your own lived experience to inspire hope and promote recovery. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provide peer support services to individuals with mental health challenges
- Serve as a role model and mentor, sharing personal experiences of recovery
- Assist individuals in setting and achieving their personal goals
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions
- Collaborate with other members of the treatment team to develop comprehensive care plans
- Utilize crisis management techniques to de-escalate situations and ensure the safety of individuals in crisis
- Facilitate educational workshops and support groups
- Advocate for clients' rights and access to resources within the community
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client interactions

**Requirements**:

- Certification as a Peer Specialist or willingness to obtain certification within a specified timeframe
- Strong knowledge of mental health counseling principles and techniques
- Experience in mentoring individuals with mental health challenges
- Familiarity with crisis management strategies and intervention techniques
- Knowledge of addiction counseling and behavioral health systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Proficiency in motivational interviewing techniques
- Bachelor's degree in social work or related field preferred, but not required

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health challenges.

Note: All positions at our organization are paid, including internship positions.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Experience**:

- Addiction counseling: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- Spanish (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Alamance County, NC (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Alamance County, NC: Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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