About Job

Position Overview

This position works only 32 hours per week*
This position is a Time-Limited position with an expiration date of September, 2028*

Join a dynamic and mission-driven team dedicated to empowering individuals involved in the justice system to improve their health, well-being, and quality of life. As a Peer Support Specialist in the Justice Services Department, you will play a vital role in helping individuals navigate barriers to care, build connections to community resources, and make informed decisions about their health and recovery. This position offers a unique opportunity to use your lived experience and knowledge of community systems to support participants on their journey toward stability and wellness. If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and believe in the power of peer support, we invite you to be a part of this transformative work.

Examples of Duties

Facilitate referrals for chronic disease self-management education in both individual and group formats, promoting increased understanding and engagement in long-term health improvement strategies.
Assist uninsured participants by linking them to appropriate community-based health and wellness programs to address gaps in care.
Identify and refer participants to accessible community locations that provide educational opportunities and internet access to support their ongoing resource needs.
Educate individuals on the significance of substance use treatment and connect them with appropriate community-based support services.
Provide one-on-one support to help participants access accurate health information and effectively navigate complex healthcare and social service systems.
Deliver limited case management services for detainees enrolled in the program, including support in understanding and adhering to their chronic disease treatment plans.
Conduct culturally competent health and substance use education in accordance with agency protocols, focusing on chronic disease prevention, physical activity, and nutrition. Maintain accurate documentation of all patient-related activities in compliance with established procedures and protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience involving performing support services to persons experiencing or at risk of problems related to mental illness and/or substance abuse, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

NC Peer Support Specialist certification at time of hire

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental conditions of clients served, characteristics of behavior of mental health and substance use, and available community resources
Knowledge of community resources
Skilled in the use of interpersonal skills
Ability to relate to clientele in a supportive and therapeutic manner; to follow written and verbal directions; to record basic data
Ability to prepare a variety of reports and documents
Ability to effectively use computer applications to collect, organize and present data; ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms
Ability to build and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with clientele, co-workers, and resource staff
Ability to work independently and with a team
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with officials, management, department heads, and other employees/participants
Ability to communicate orally and in writing

Conditions Of Employment

A formal transcript will be required. College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Human Resources, 117 Dick St. Fayetteville, NC 28301.

Driving is an essential function of this position. To be considered, you must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. If your driver's license is from another state, you will be required to obtain and show proof of a valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hire.

Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment with Cumberland County must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal history checks and drug screenings, as required by Cumberland County Policies and Procedures, prior to beginning work or receiving a final offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing or testing positive for prohibited substances will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.

Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Cumberland County are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Cumberland County offers a generous benefit plan including a Government Retirement Plan, 13 paid holidays per year and an Employee Wellness Center Clinic.To see more information about the benefits offered to employees Click here

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Are you Certified as a NC Peer Support Specialist?

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