Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve.
A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.
Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges.
We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.
Peer Support Specialist (PSS) – ACTT 📍 Mars Hill, NC 💰 $18.00–$22.00 per hour (based on education and experience) 🕒 Full-Time | Monday–Friday Use Your Recovery Journey to Help Others Find Theirs Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to join our Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) in Mars Hill, NC.
As a Peer Support Specialist, you'll use your own lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery to inspire hope, build meaningful relationships, and empower individuals living with serious mental illness to achieve their recovery goals.
ACTT is a community-based, "hospital without walls" program that delivers comprehensive behavioral health services directly where clients live, work, and thrive.
If you're passionate about helping others through shared experience and want to make a lasting impact in your community, we'd love to hear from you.
Qualifications
North Carolina Peer Support Specialist Certification (required) High School Diploma or GED (required) Personal lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery (required) Valid North Carolina driver's license with reliable transportation (required) Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary treatment team Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills What You'll Do Peer Support & Recovery Coaching Build trusting, supportive relationships through shared lived experience. Encourage hope, resilience, and personal growth while supporting clients in achieving recovery goals. Facilitate recovery-focused, educational, and social groups. Assist clients with developing independent living skills and community integration. Provide or coordinate transportation to appointments, services, and community resources as needed. Team Collaboration Participate in daily ACTT team meetings and contribute valuable peer perspectives. Collaborate with clinicians, nurses, case managers, and other team members to develop individualized treatment and recovery plans. Communicate effectively with referral sources, family members, and community providers to support continuity of care. Documentation & Compliance Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation within the electronic health record. Maintain client records, releases of information, treatment documentation, and discharge planning. Assist with documenting daily team meetings and other required program records. Crisis Response & Community Support Provide support during behavioral health crises and assist with crisis planning. Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities for after-hours support, when applicable. Help clients navigate community resources that promote long-term recovery, stability, employment, housing, and wellness. Why Join Pyramid Healthcare? Competitive pay: $18.00–$22.00 per hour Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, and 401(k) Monday–Friday full-time schedule Ongoing training, supervision, and professional development Supportive, mission-driven culture focused on recovery and community impact Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families every day Join Pyramid Healthcare and become part of a team that's transforming behavioral healthcare—one person, one family, and one community at a time. Pyramid CORE Values: We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission. Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement Employee Recognition Programs Referral Bonus opportunities And More! Want to know more? To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
