Certified Peer Support Specialist / CPSS / Behavioral Health

RHA Health Services, LLC • Asheville, NC

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About The Position

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services! RHA is hiring a Certified Peer Support Specialist in Asheville! Job Location: 356 Biltmore Ave Asheville NC Schedule: Full-time

Requirements

• Certified as a Peer Support Specialist or 1 continuous year as a current or former recipient of treatment (including mental health/substance abuse treatment or diagnosis) and eligibility for certification as Peer Support Specialist by the governing agency
• General working knowledge of the human services delivery system in North Carolina
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Engaging with individuals supported at Neil Dobbins Facility Based Crisis Center.
• Building Rapport with individuals supported at Neil Dobbins Facility Based Crisis to increase follow up success after discharge.
• Supporting/assisting individuals in daily decision making and resolution of minor problems and connecting them to community resources
• Assisting individuals in finding resources, advising of processes, and encouraging follow through with proposed resolutions, locating social activities, or provide other assistance as needed
• Provide successful 7 day follow up with all residents being discharged from Neil Dobbins, ensure active engagement with follow up plans and assist residents by providing warm handoffs to desired level of care.
• Provide support and coordination efforts with all of Neil Dobbins Staff, ensuring quality resident care.

Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed