Certified Peer Support Specialist (Burlington, NC)

Pathways to Life•Burlington, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pathways to Life, Inc. is hiring Certified Peer Support Specialists to provide community-based recovery services for adults living with mental health and/or substance use disorders in Burlington and surrounding communities. Peer Support Specialists provide one-on-one and group recovery services in members’ homes, community settings, healthcare and behavioral health offices, and other approved locations. The services help members develop the skills, confidence, and support systems to live successfully in their communities and move toward personal recovery goals. The role works under the supervision of a Qualified Professional (QP) and collaborates with therapists, medical providers, care managers, and community partners to support each member’s Person-Centered Plan. It is community-based, with limited office time for documentation, meetings, supervision, and training. Evening or weekend hours may occasionally be needed based on member schedules.

Requirements

Current North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) certification.
Lived experience in recovery from a mental health and/or substance use disorder.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license.
Reliable transportation with current automobile insurance.
Ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.
Basic computer and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing community-based behavioral health services.
Familiarity with NC Medicaid behavioral health services.
Experience using an electronic health record (EHR).

Responsibilities

Build supportive, recovery-focused relationships using lived experience.
Provide one-on-one peer mentoring and recovery coaching.
Facilitate recovery groups focused on wellness, coping skills, relapse prevention, budgeting, employment readiness, daily living skills, and community integration.
Help members identify and achieve personal recovery goals.
Connect members with housing, employment, education, healthcare, transportation, benefits, and other community resources.
Help members strengthen natural supports and build meaningful community relationships.
Promote self-advocacy, wellness, resilience, and independent living.
Participate in Person-Centered Planning and support goals identified in the Person-Centered Plan.
Complete accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
Communicate member progress and concerns with the Qualified Professional and treatment team.
Recognize behavioral health crises and follow agency emergency procedures.