DEPARTMENT: JUSTICE SERVICES

LOCATION: HALIFAX, NC

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

JOB TITLE: TASC Peer Support Specialist

LOCATION: Halifax & surrounding counties (travel required)

HOURS: 40 hours/week, Full Time, M-F, Exempt

Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. is seeking a qualified Peer Support Specialist for our TASC program. We have this specific opportunity located in:

Halifax and surrounding counties, NC

Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Certifications: Ability to complete a peer education training program as needed; PSS Certification/WRAP preferred.

Experience: Two (2) years of recovery with mental health or substance use required. Personal experience as a consumer of mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment, or some equivalent experience preferred.

Additional Skills: Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including travel. Knowledge of recovery, harm reduction and wellness-based concepts. Proficient computer skills, including the ability to navigate the internet, word processing and spreadsheet applications, and basic email platforms.

COMPENSATION: Commensurate with education and experience. Coastal Horizons Center offers available medical/dental benefits, life and long term disability insurances, a 401K retirement savings plan, and generous paid time off programs.