Reentry Peer Support Specialist

Alliance Health

. Provide care team support for members transitioning from inpatient settings to appropriate lower or lateral levels of care .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $26 - $34 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in whole-person care management, providing support and counseling to individuals with mental health conditions and their families. Proficient in developing recovery plans and coordinating care logistics while effectively communicating with healthcare professionals and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

NC Certified Peer Support Specialist Program CertificationExperience Working With SMI/SPMI PopulationsComputer Proficiency In Microsoft Excel, Word, And OutlookAbility To Communicate EffectivelyExperience Providing Peer Supports In The Justice System

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Hard Skills

Recovery Plan DevelopmentCoping Method DevelopmentBehavioral Health ExpertiseClient Logistics CoordinationAppointment Arrangement

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationDetail OrientationIndependent WorkPrioritizationCounseling Skills

Tools & Technologies

Web-Based SoftwareMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

NC Certified Peer Support Specialist Program Certification

Industry Keywords

Whole-Person Care ManagementHigh Priority Reentry Liaison Transition CoordinatorMental Health ConditionsSubstance AbuseJustice System

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide care team support for members transitioning from inpatient settings to appropriate lower or lateral levels of care
Provide subject matter expertise within scope regarding members' physical and/or behavioral health to support whole-person care management
Collaborate with Alliance staff, behavioral health providers, primary care physicians, specialty care providers, community partners and stakeholders
Support High Priority Reentry Liaison Transition Coordinator functions
Meet with clients regularly, including travel, to provide one-on-one support and counseling
Develop recovery plans, short-term goals, coping methods and rehabilitation strategies with clients
Arrange medical appointments, therapy sessions, support groups and other resources
Report unusual behavior, conflicts, recovery deviations, challenges, conflicts or barriers to relevant professionals and the High Priority Reentry Liaison Transition Coordinator
Liaise regularly with family members and medical professionals
Coordinate client logistics and address barriers to appointments, treatments and services
Travel between Alliance offices, attend meetings and Alliance-sponsored events, meet members and providers, engage stakeholders, and attend court hearings as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma with two (2) years of experience working with people with SMI/SPMI and their families or guardians
Lived experience with mental health conditions, substance abuse or trauma is required
NC Certified Peer Support Specialist Program certification is required
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Ability to utilize computer equipment and web-based software to conduct work
Ability to interact with various office staff as needed to support necessary workflows
Ability to interact with healthcare professionals, patients, their families and other supports
Ability to communicate effectively to individuals and groups through spoken, written and electronic media
Ability to attend to detail, effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a timely manner
Ability to work independently without a high degree of supervision
Employment contingent upon a satisfactory background and MVR (Motor Vehicle Registration) check
Must reside in North Carolina within 40 miles of one of the counties within the Alliance catchment areas (Mecklenburg, Wake, Durham, Orange, Johnston, Harnett, or Cumberland)
Experience providing peer supports to individuals in and out of the Justice System preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term Disability
Generous retirement savings plan
Flexible work schedules including hybrid/remote options
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holiday
Dress flexibility