Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. is seeking a qualified Peer Support Specialist (PSS) in the following county: New Hanover. The PSS promotes consumer engagement in therapy with clinicians, involvement and engagement with wellness services and recovery support, and engagement with primary care; conducts rapid screening for communicable disease, completes all tracking and reporting requirements for outcomes and evaluation and documents services provided; and assists clients in a variety of ways – sharing of personal recovery stories, resource acquisition, etc. The PSS works directly with the Opioid Treatment Programming staff and CHC Treatment providers to ensure continuity of care and engages in a team approach in the provision of services with treatment providers, and support services.
JOB TITLE: Peer Support Specialist
PROGRAM: Outpatient Treatment Program
LOCATION: Wilmington, NC New Hanover County
REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Diploma/Equivalent or higher, combined with knowledge of wellness and recovery-based concepts. Lived experiences with mental health and/or substance use disorders and at least 18 months of recovery. Must have completed or be willing to complete the Peer Support Specialist Certification Program.
SALARY & BENEFITS:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Educational loan repayment programs & Career growth
- Retirement savings plan/401K
- Paid time off programs, rollover hours, 14 paid holidays
- Employee engagement activities, resource groups, and diversity events
REQUEST FOR ACCOMIDATIONS:
If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected].
We look forward to reviewing your application!
EEO STATEMENT
Coastal Horizons is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
Skills Required
- Diploma/Equivalent or higher with knowledge of wellness and recovery-based concepts
- Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use disorders and at least 18 months of recovery
- Completed or willing to complete the Peer Support Specialist Certification Program
What We Do
Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. is a nationally accredited, non-profit human service organization in southeastern North Carolina. Its mission is to promote choices for healthier lives, stronger families, and safer communities through evidence-based professional services. These include substance use and mental health treatment, crisis intervention, primary care, justice, and veteran services, serving over half of the counties in North Carolina.
