Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Peer Support Professional
About The Position
Carolina Outreach is seeking a full-time Peer Support Specialist to join their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. This role involves providing essential expertise and consultation to promote a culture that respects and integrates each client’s preferences, values, and unique perspectives into their treatment plans. The Peer Support Specialist will support clients in achieving symptom stability, improving their quality of life, and fostering independence within their communities. The position offers competitive hourly pay, administrative and scheduling support, flexible scheduling options, supportive clinical and operational leadership, opportunities to build preferred clinical focus areas, and streamlined onboarding and credentialing support. The organization focuses on creating a model where clinicians are supported, not overloaded, offering flexibility, a steady caseload, and opportunities for growth within a stable, mission-driven organization.
Requirements
- Must be a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) in North Carolina.
- Personal experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery is required, with the ability to share lived experiences as part of client support.
- Strong communication and advocacy skills.
- Commitment to upholding the principles of the ACT model and person-centered care.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the ACT team leader to monitor clients’ clinical status and responses to treatment.
- Assist in identifying, planning, scheduling, and implementing services tailored to each client’s needs.
- Act as an advocate for clients in the community, supporting their access to necessary resources and opportunities.
- Assist in the development of transition plans when clients move in or out of services.
- Maintain accurate records, including treatment notes, goals, and input into person-centered plans.
- Ensure adherence to the ACT model, as measured by TMACT standards.
- Provide consultation to the ACT team to promote a person-centered approach to care.
- Support a culture of respect and understanding for clients’ points of view and preferences.
- Be available to respond to clients and co-workers as needed, including 24/7/365 on-call support.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Collaborate with care teams as needed.
- Maintain compliance with all clinical and regulatory standards.
- Participate in supervision (if applicable based on licensure level).
Benefits
- Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
- Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
- Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental
- Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed
- Optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Generous paid time off
- 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
- Financial planning and education services at no cost
- Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
- Educational Assistance (eligibility determined by position, date of hire, and years of service)
- Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
- Advancement and Career Development Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
