Peer Support Specialist (Contrat)

Stokes County is currently accepting applications for the position of Certified Peer Support Specialist. This position works closely with the Opioid Prevention Coordinator and Community Paramedics as an active member of the Opioid Prevention team; connects with overdose survivors within 24-72 hours of the overdose incident, then for a 30, 60, and 90 day follow up (along with members of the Opioid Prevention team); provides harm reduction education, outreach and Naloxone administration training to individuals; promotes wellness management strategies, which includes delivering therapeutic interventions (e.g., Wellness Recovery Action Planning or Illness Management and Recovery) and employment services; coordinates and facilitates harm reduction peer support group meetings on a bimonthly basis; encourage individuals to attend training sessions and support group meetings; maintains a monthly record of individuals connected to support and services; prepares and submits documentation accurately and on time; attends the Substance Abuse and Treatment Committee Monthly Meetings and other identified meetings and trainings; potentially works within the prison and/or local hospital to provide peer support care; assists clients by finding resources, advising the consumer of processes, and encouraging follow through with proposed resolutions, locating social activities, or provide other assistance as needed; and models effective coping and self-help techniques to individuals or groups of consumers. Requires general knowledge of Public Health principles, practices, and procedures; general knowledge and skills in the use of education/training principles; skill in problem solving and decision-making and the ability to work independently; skill in the use of computers and applicable software; ability to comprehend and apply the Federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996, and the current Privacy and Security Amendments of this Act; ability to assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate using a variety of methodologies; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, and the general public; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

All applicants must submit a State Application PD- 107

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and one year of related work experience in a supportive informational role;
• Certification as a Peer Support Specialist required.
• Valid NC Driver’s license required.