Forensic Community Support Team (CST) Peer Support Specialist (4375)

ncgCARE•Durham, NC

1d•Remote

About The Position

As a Forensic CST Peer Support Specialist, you will work closely with the Forensic CST team to assist clients in developing wellness strategies, practicing self-advocacy, navigating community resources, and strengthening natural supports. Services are delivered in the community and are guided by the principles of recovery, empowerment, and person-centered care in alignment with the Forensic CST model. This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be a Certified Peer Support Specialist in the state of North Carolina
Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery

Nice To Haves

Prior justice system involvement is preferred.
Must have experience working with individuals transitioning back to the community from incarceration.

Responsibilities

Build trusting, recovery-oriented relationships with clients by using lived experience to model hope and resilience.
Support client engagement through community outreach, regular check-ins, and assistance with daily living and coping skills.
Encourage self-advocacy and help clients navigate behavioral health, legal, and social service systems.
Collaborate with the treatment team to provide recovery-focused input, promote housing stability, and ensure continuity of care.
Provide peer support and encouragement based on lived experience.
Meet with clients in the community and provide regular support and check-ins.
Help clients access behavioral health, legal, housing, and community resources.
Work with the treatment team to support client goals, wellness, and recovery.

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
Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed
An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
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