Carolina Outreach·Smithfield, North Carolina
Provide clinical services to CST clients, including tenancy support, symptom management, and individual supportive counseling. Assist in service planning, community advocacy, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation for medical records.
We are seeking a full-time Peer Support Professional to join our Community Support Team (CST). In this role, you will provide clinical services to all clients receiving CST team services, including but not limited to: tenancy support interventions using the Permanent Supportive Housing model; service coordination, including working with the CST team leader to monitor each individual’s clinical status and response to treatment; symptom assessment and management; individual supportive counseling; providing activities-of-daily-living, social, interpersonal relationship, and leisure-time-activity services; support services or direct assistance to ensure that clients obtain the basic necessities of daily life; and education, support, and consultation to individuals’ families and other major supports. Key Responsibilities Assist in identifying, planning, scheduling, and implementing services for the client. Assist in the development of transition plans when clients move in and out of services. Act as an advocate in the community. Provide any written documentation as required. This will include treatment notes, goals, and plans for the medical record (e.g., service notes, input into person-centered plan, etc.) Be available to respond as needed to clients and co-workers 24/7/365. Must be free from all illicit substance use. This is considered Light Work; no lifting over 20 pounds. Demonstrate adherence to the treatment models within CST such as Permanent Supportive Housing, CBT strategies, MI, and Harm Reduction. At the discretion of team lead, supervisor, and/or management, this position may require additional duties not specifically listed above. This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position. Compensation This role is compensated on a variable rate model, designed to reward productivity while providing consistent earning opportunity through established referral volume.
Must have a Peer Support Specialist certification and at least two years of sustained recovery from mental health or substance use issues. Requires NVCI certification, a valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in North Carolina often look for licensed or credentialed clinicians, and this role requires registration with the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Certification board. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer a bachelor’s degree and want candidates who can work within treatment, documentation, and care coordination expectations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your credential status before applying.
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