Certified Peer Support Specialist

Job Responsibilities

With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.

This position is located at the South Carolina Department of Mental Health, Berkeley Community Mental Health Center, 403 Stoney Landing Road, Moncks Corner, SC 29461.

Under the direct supervision of a mental health professional, peer support specialists will assist patients and family in recovery from mental illnesses through services, advocacy, education, and support.

They will promote recovery from mental illnesses with patients, families, professionals, and the community as a whole, including providing educational and awareness activities and materials and sharing own recovery story.

Peer support specialists are responsible for the patient advocacy board, promoting inclusion in patient involvement in the Center.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Experience in a social services program.

High school diploma or GED equivalent. Current or former participant in mental health treatment.

Certification (i.e. Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) or National Certified Peer Specialist (NCPS) Certification)

Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs