Employment Peer Mentor

About the role

Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH) empowers individuals and strengthens communities through its mission. The Employment Peer Mentor plays a critical role in this mission by supporting people with mental illness, substance abuse, and behavioral health challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provides coaching, mentoring, and consultation to the individual served to promote recovery, self-advocacy, and self-direction.
• Promotes wellness management strategies, including delivering manualized interventions and employment services.
• Aids in developing psychiatric advance directives and supports the individual in exercising their legal rights within the community.
• Assists in the Person-Centered Planning process and serves as an active member of the employment team.
• Prepares and submits documentation accurately and on time.
• Participates in peer review and successfully completes DMH-approved IPS training.

Requirements

• A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent accredited by the appropriate state department of education.
• NC Certified Peer Support Specialist certification or willingness to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
• Current, unrestricted, state-appropriate driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
• Reliable transportation to move throughout the program delivery area.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with clients.
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented practices and principles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for supporting individuals in achieving their goals and living fulfilling lives.

Skills

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in using technology to support client services.
• Understanding of employment services and recovery-oriented practices.

Benefits

Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, Life and Disability Insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program, and legal services support. PSLF qualifying employer.

Pay

$19-21/hour competitive hourly rate.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate community-based services.