Certified Peer Support Specialist - TMS Team North

RHA Health Services • High Point, NC

20h

About The Position

RHA Health Services is hiring a Certified Peer Support Specialist for its TMS Team North. The position provides individualized, community-based services to adults with mental health and/or substance use challenges, helping them direct their own recovery and make decisions about their lives. The specialist uses strength-based interventions to support recovery, symptom reduction, coping skills, and community functioning, and serves as a role model for recovery and resilience.

The role includes working directly with clients in their homes and elsewhere in the community, primarily in Guilford, Rockingham, and Forsyth counties within the Trillium catchment area. The specialist also provides expertise and consultation to the broader team, helping ensure each person’s perspectives and preferences are respected and incorporated into treatment, rehabilitation, and community self-help activities. Strong organization and documentation skills are required.

The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with a flexible schedule. North Carolina peer support certification is required. Employees who are not yet certified must complete required training and certification within the first 30 days of employment; the posting also states certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire. RHA pays 50% of the course cost upfront and reimburses the remaining eligible amount after 90 days of employment and successful course completion.

Requirements

• Must be a Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina; required training and certification must be completed within the stated employment timelines.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Complete pre-employment screening, including criminal background and registry checks, drug testing, education verification, and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Provide proof of employment history or references if required.
• For positions requiring transportation of individuals, provide proof of driver’s license, driver’s insurance, and vehicle if required.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience working with individuals with behavioral health issues; experience with adults with mental health needs is sought.

Responsibilities

• Model effective coping and self-help techniques.
• Provide empowerment skills and support for successful recovery living.
• Help individuals find resources, understand processes, follow through on proposed resolutions, locate social activities, and access other assistance as needed.
• Lead peer support groups with individuals served.
• Support individuals with daily decision-making and resolving minor problems.
• Facilitate social opportunities in the community.
• Encourage participation in community activities to foster healthy relationships.
• Share a personal recovery and resilience story to instill hope.
• Provide individualized community-based services that promote self-determination and decision-making.
• Offer peer expertise and consultation to the team so individuals’ perspectives and preferences are integrated into treatment, rehabilitation, and community self-help activities.
• Maintain strong organization and documentation.

Benefits

• Payactiv early access to earned wages before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid time off for full-time employees.
• Health and insurance benefits for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing programs.
• Chronic disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes for qualifying employees.
• Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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