Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) Peer Support Specialist

Salary : $37,107.20 - $42,673.28 Annually

Location : Winston-Salem, NC

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 07878

Department : Behavioral Health Services

Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

General Statement of Duties

The Forsyth County Department of Behavioral Health Services is seeking to hire a Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) Peer Support Specialist. In the role of a peer support professional, you will have the opportunity to connect with clients who are experiencing crisis that involve both behavioral health and substance abuse issues. You will work as a connector for these clients and help advocate for them to receive services and supports that specifically address any unmet needs they may have. You will work closely with our EMT and Paramedic staff to build a plan of success and care for these clients that address their medical, social and behavioral health needs in order to reduce their use of emergency services and improve their overall quality of life.

Distinguishing Features

The Peer Support Specialist position functions as a role model to program participants by exhibiting competency in personal recovery and provide support throughout the recovery process.

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities :

• Ability to deal tactfully and empathetically with others and to exercise good judgement in appraising situations and making decisions.
• Knowledge of specialized population to which the employee is assigned.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
• Thorough knowledge of public and private community resources to assist participants with appropriate referrals.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, participants, their families, EMS staff, Fire staff, stakeholders, and the general public.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school Diploma, GED, or an Associate's degree with three to five years experience as a peer support counselor. Peer Support Specialist certification required.

Experience as a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) trainer preferred but not required.

Valid NC driver's license required,

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

OVERALL PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Light - Lifting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree. PRIMARY WORK LOCATION : Office and field environment

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The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.

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Please select your highest level of completed education.

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What best describes your years of work experience in Peer Support Services?

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Are you currently a certified peer support specialist?

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If you answered yes to the previous question, list the names of any certifications you hold.

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Are you trained to facilitate Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training?

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How many years of experience do you have with administrative work?

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How many years of experience do you have working in case management?

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Do you have experience working with the criminal justice system?

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Do you have experience working with mental health systems?

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How many years of experience do you have working with mental health and justice system agencies?

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How many years of experience do you have working with clients who are experiencing crisis that involve both behavioral health and substance abuse issues.

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Please select the populations below with whom you have worked. Select all that apply.

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Are you bilingual in English / Spanish?

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

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