Certified Peer Support Specialist

Little Gerald Services

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Monroe, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    If you are Looking to Make an Impact:

    Little Gerald Services is the place for YOU! We strive to create value for our clients by delivering programs and services that empower and support them in all aspects of life. Our goal is to meet our clients where they are and work in partnership with them to get them where they are trying to go. With adequate training and support, LGS fosters an environment where our valued employees can push themselves and make a real impact within our communities.

    If you are Committed to LGS, LGS is committed to YOU:

    We’re committed to growing the capabilities of our people! We are continuously building a stronger learning community where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your capabilities. Our employees and management team work together and share their knowledge to enhance each other’s growth as well as the growth of those we serve.

    What is a Certified Peer Support Specialist?

    A Peer Support Specialist assists individuals in recovery who struggle with wellness related to substance use and/or mental health challenges through their own lived experience.

    **Eligible candidates for this position must be certified by the NC Peer Support Specialist Board.

    A Day in the Life of a Peer Support Specialist can look like:

    Working one-on-one or in a group setting providing community-based services

    Coordinating with person(s) served to assist with achieving goals related to their life challenges with recovery, housing, employment, social skills, educational skills, community inclusion, coping skills, symptom management, medical needs, etc.

    Educating and training of clients and others who have a legitimate role in addressing the client's needs/goals

    Educating and linking client to needed resources, services, benefits, and activities within the community

    Assistance and support with client skill enhancement, ongoing treatment, and functional gains

    Developing interpersonal and community relational skills, including adaptation to home, school, work

    Therapeutic mentoring and supportive counseling

    Symptom monitoring and self-management of symptoms

    Monitoring service provision

    Daily community living skill building

    The Peer Support Specialist will be responsible for required documentation as evidence of services rendered.

    If you are Ready to Work, Basic Requirements include:

    NC Peer Support Certification

    High School Diploma or GED equivalent

    Valid Driver License

    Social Security Card

    Automotive insurance

    Car Registration

    Current TB Test

    Ability to pass a background check

    Other Documentation required by LGS

    LGS Benefits and Perks:

    We work hard to embrace cultural diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at Little Gerald Services to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer social programs, flexible work hours, and work-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

    Supplemental Insurance through Aflac

    Career Growth Plans

    Paid Time Off for Full-time eligible employees

    Flexible Schedules

    Support for Community Involvement

    Professional Development

    Ongoing Trainings and Supervision

    Team Building Activities and Social Events

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Salary Range: $16.00 - $24.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    Flexible schedule

    Paid time off

    Professional development assistance

    Referral program

    Schedule:

    Monday to Friday

    Weekend availability

    Supplemental pay types:

    Bonus pay

    Willingness to travel locally:

    100% (Required)

    Positions Available:

    Monroe, NC

    Charlotte, NC

    Winston-Salem, NC

    Burlington, NC

    Statesville, NC