Peer Support Specialist (PSS) – ACTT
About The Position
Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to join our Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) in Mars Hill, NC. As a Peer Support Specialist, you'll use your own lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery to inspire hope, build meaningful relationships, and empower individuals living with serious mental illness to achieve their recovery goals. ACTT is a community-based, "hospital without walls" program that delivers comprehensive behavioral health services directly where clients live, work, and thrive. If you're passionate about helping others through shared experience and want to make a lasting impact in your community, we'd love to hear from you.
Requirements
- North Carolina Peer Support Specialist Certification (required)
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Personal lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery (required)
- Valid North Carolina driver's license with reliable transportation (required)
- Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary treatment team
- Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
- Build trusting, supportive relationships through shared lived experience.
- Encourage hope, resilience, and personal growth while supporting clients in achieving recovery goals.
- Facilitate recovery-focused, educational, and social groups.
- Assist clients with developing independent living skills and community integration.
- Provide or coordinate transportation to appointments, services, and community resources as needed.
- Participate in daily ACTT team meetings and contribute valuable peer perspectives.
- Collaborate with clinicians, nurses, case managers, and other team members to develop individualized treatment and recovery plans.
- Communicate effectively with referral sources, family members, and community providers to support continuity of care.
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation within the electronic health record.
- Maintain client records, releases of information, treatment documentation, and discharge planning.
- Assist with documenting daily team meetings and other required program records.
- Provide support during behavioral health crises and assist with crisis planning.
- Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities for after-hours support, when applicable.
- Help clients navigate community resources that promote long-term recovery, stability, employment, housing, and wellness.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Referral Bonus opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
