Residential Peer Support & Safety Specialist

Southeastern Integrated Care LLC • Parkton, NC

2h

About The Position

The Residential Peer Support & Safety Specialist provides a hybrid set of peer support, skill-building, and residential safety services to support adults with mental health and/or substance use disorders in a community-based residential program. This position integrates peer support principles, therapeutic skill-building, residential safety, and environmental monitoring to ensure client wellness, recovery, stability, and facility safety. The role includes a minimum of 5 hours per week of billable service delivery and documentation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must meet Paraprofessional / Associate Professional requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• NC Certified Peer Support Specialist preferred or required depending on program needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide structured peer support services including wellness self-management, coping skills, natural supports, and independent living skills.
• Use personal recovery experience (if applicable) to model hope and self-directed recovery.
• Teach functional skills such as medication management, communication, budgeting, and daily living.
• Provide linkage and coordination with community resources.
• Support clients in developing WRAP, crisis plans, and relapse-prevention strategies.
• Monitor the residential environment for safety concerns and compliance with facility rules.
• Conduct routine safety rounds, access control, and environmental checks.
• Respond to behavioral, medical, or safety incidents using approved crisis intervention techniques.
• Assist clients with housekeeping, meal prep, community outings, and appointments.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of billable services within 24 hours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED