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Certified Peer Support Specialist
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What they do
A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$36,462 / year median in North Carolina
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Certified Peer Support Specialist bridge 2 success group home High Point, NC Job Details Full-time | Contract From $20 an hour 23 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Resource identification in social services Post-session clinical documentation Electronic health records (EHR) management Referral services for crisis intervention support Client rapport building Health and wellness goal setting Mental health interventions Care documentation Mid-level Recovery peer support Community resource coordination in health services social work Group peer support Community support in crisis intervention Mental health resources facilitation Working with individuals with mental health conditions Client advocacy in social work Peer support advocacy Providing care for clients Managing patient records Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination experience One-on-one peer support Communication skills Outreach events (outreach initiatives) Supportive counseling Full Job Description Job description: Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Peer Specialist to join our team. This role is designed for individuals who have lived experience with mental health or substance use challenges and are committed to supporting others on their recovery journey. The Certified Peer Specialist will provide guidance, support, and advocacy to individuals navigating the behavioral health system, fostering hope and empowerment through shared experiences. Duties Provide peer support through one-on-one mentoring and group sessions, sharing personal experiences to inspire hope and resilience. Assist clients in developing coping strategies and skills for crisis intervention and management. Facilitate access to resources, including mental health counseling, addiction counseling, and social work services. Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to encourage clients in setting and achieving personal goals. Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions and progress within EHR systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients. Conduct outreach activities to engage individuals who may benefit from peer support services. Qualifications Certification as a Peer Specialist is required. Experience in behavioral health or related fields is preferred, with skills in crisis intervention and management. Strong understanding of mental health counseling practices and addiction counseling principles. Proficiency in mentoring individuals facing similar challenges. Familiarity with EHR systems for documentation purposes is advantageous. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds. A commitment to ongoing professional development in the field of behavioral health. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by providing support, understanding, and encouragement as they work towards recovery.