Provide peer support to individuals with mental health and substance use challenges as part of a multidisciplinary ACT team. Maintain accurate client records, facilitate support groups, and assist clients in accessing community resources.
Requirements summary
Requires a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) certification in North Carolina and a high school diploma or GED. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and strong interpersonal skills.
high schoolprofessional certificateCommunicationDocumentationInterpersonal skillsTreatment planningTeam collaborationCrisis interventionClient engagementMental health supportPeer supportSubstance use recoveryCommunity resource coordinationPsychoeducational group facilitation
Job description
Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve.
A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.
Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges.
We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.
Peer Support Specialist (ACT Team) 📍 Winston-Salem, NC (Forsyth County Coverage) 💰 $20.00 – $24.00 per hour 🕒 Full-Time | Day Schedule Use Your Lived Experience to Make a Real Impact Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) serving Winston-Salem and Forsyth County.
In this role, you’ll use your lived experience to support individuals with mental health and substance use challenges—helping them build stability, access resources, and move toward long-term recovery.
About Pyramid Healthcare Since 2006, Pyramid Healthcare has been a leader in behavioral health and substance use treatment across North Carolina.
Our services include Partial Hospitalization (PHP), Intensive Outpatient (IOP), Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), Cross-Area Services, and ACTT programs.
We are committed to meeting clients where they are and providing personalized, recovery-focused care.
About the ACT Team Our ACTT program is a community-based, multidisciplinary team providing intensive support to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
Services are delivered in the community and focus on mental health, substance use recovery, vocational support, and housing stability.
What You’ll Do Provide peer support using your lived experience as part of a multidisciplinary team Build trusting relationships with clients and support their recovery goals Assist with treatment planning and ongoing client engagement Maintain accurate client records, including documentation and care plans Communicate regularly with referral sources and care team members Help clients access community resources, including providing or coordinating transportation Facilitate weekly psychoeducational and support groups Participate in team meetings and document daily staffing updates Respond to crisis situations as needed, including supporting emergency interventions Perform additional duties to support team and client success What We’re Looking For Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) – North Carolina (Required) High School Diploma or GED Valid Driver’s License Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Passion for helping others in recovery Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?
Benefits
Referral bonus
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Employee recognition programs
Meaningful, mission-driven work supporting your community Collaborative, team-based environment Consistent full-time schedule Opportunity to grow within behavioral health Competitive hourly pay and benefits 👉 Apply today to use your experience to help others build a path to recovery.
Pyramid CORE Values: We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us.
Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards.
We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community.
DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily.
COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence.
PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.
Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement Employee Recognition Programs Referral Bonus opportunities And More!
Want to know more?
To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers. Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
