Community Support Team (CST) Peer Support Professional (2267)

ncgCARE•Fayetteville, NC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a full-time Peer Support Professional to join our Community Support Team (CST). In this role, you will provide clinical services to all clients receiving CST team services, including but not limited to: tenancy support interventions using the Permanent Supportive Housing model; service coordination, including working with the CST team leader to monitor each individual’s clinical status and response to treatment; symptom assessment and management; individual supportive counseling; providing activities-of-daily-living, social, interpersonal relationship, and leisure-time-activity services; support services or direct assistance to ensure that clients obtain the basic necessities of daily life; and education, support, and consultation to individuals’ families and other major supports. Compensation: This position is compensated using a piece rate model, where pay is based on the Relative Value Units (RVUs) assigned to each billable service. Each service is assigned a specific RVU value, and your total compensation is determined by the number and type of services you deliver. Orientation rate: $17/hourly Piece Rate: $22 per RVU - $24.50 per RVU

Requirements

Must have completed certification program for Peer Support Specialists and have at least two years of sustained recovery from any identified mental health or substance use issues.
Must become NVCI certified and must have received training in the population served and client rights/confidentiality.
A valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance is also required.

Responsibilities

Assist in identifying, planning, scheduling, and implementing services for the client.
Assist in the development of transition plans when clients move in and out of services.
Act as an advocate in the community.
Provide any written documentation as required. This will include treatment notes, goals, and plans for the medical record (e.g., service notes, input into person-centered plan, etc.)
Be available to respond as needed to clients and co-workers 24/7/365.
Must be free from all illicit substance use.
This is considered Light Work; no lifting over 20 pounds.
Demonstrate adherence to the treatment models within CST such as Permanent Supportive Housing, CBT strategies, MI, and Harm Reduction.
At the discretion of team lead, supervisor, and/or management, this position may require additional duties not specifically listed above.

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, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.
Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.
An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for child care.
Generous paid time off
401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)
Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
Advancement and Career Development Opportunities