Employment Peer Mentor

RHA Health Services • Marion, NC

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About The Position

RHA Health Services is hiring an Employment Peer Mentor to provide highly individualized services in the community to people with mental health or substance use issues. The role promotes self-determination and decision-making, supports recovery, and may include advocating for the person supported. Certified Peer Support Specialists bring lived experience and expertise to the team, helping ensure each individual’s perspective and preferences are respected and integrated into treatment, rehabilitation, and community self-help activities.

The position involves a wide range of strength-based interventions to help people regain control over their recovery, reduce symptoms, strengthen coping skills, and achieve the highest possible level of community functioning. The mentor serves as a role model for recovery and ongoing coping skills. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with pay of $17–$19 per hour.

Requirements

• Must be a Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina or Pennsylvania.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with individuals with behavioral health issues is preferred.

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.
• Support individuals with daily decision-making and resolution of minor problems.
• Facilitate social opportunities in the community.
• Encourage participation in community activities to foster healthy relationships.
• Share a personal story of recovery and resilience to instill hope.
• Promote self-determination, recovery, symptom reduction, coping skills, and community functioning.
• Provide expertise and consultation to the team and, when appropriate, advocate for the person supported.

Benefits

• Payactiv early access to earned wages before payday.
• Employee perks and discount program.
• Paid time off for full-time employees.
• Health insurance 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