Certified Peer Support Specialist; CPSS

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

Across The Life Span, PLLC (ATLS) is an integrated behavioral health, primary care, and opioid addiction treatment organization serving Caswell County and surrounding North Carolina communities under NC Medicaid. ATLS is deeply committed to recovery-oriented, person-centered care that respects lived experience as a powerful asset in supporting community healing.

The Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) is a trained professional who uses their own personal lived experience of mental health recovery, substance use recovery, or both, to provide hope, advocacy, and practical support to individuals currently navigating their own recovery journey. The CPSS is an integral member of the ATLS clinical team, working alongside Qualified Professionals, licensed clinicians, and medical staff to deliver peer-based services across our Yanceyville, Roxboro, and Greensboro service areas.

Provide individual peer support to consumers using a strengths-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed approach grounded in shared lived experience.

Assist individuals in identifying personal recovery goals, building natural support networks, and developing individualized wellness and crisis management plans (including WRAP — Wellness Recovery Action Plans).

Model recovery, self-determination, and hope through consistent, authentic peer engagement.

Support consumers in navigating community systems including mental health services, substance use treatment, housing, employment, and benefits.

Accompany consumers to appointments, hearings, and community activities as appropriate.

Facilitate or co-facilitate peer support groups, recovery education workshops, and community engagement activities.

Provide outreach to individuals who are disengaged or at risk of disengaging from behavioral health services.

Work collaboratively within the ATLS multidisciplinary team, including QPs, licensed clinicians, NPs, and MAT/OAT program staff.

Communicate relevant consumer updates, concerns, and safety observations to the Clinical Services Manager and supervising QP in a timely manner.

Participate in team meetings, case conferences, clinical supervision, and training activities.

Support individuals enrolled in opioid addiction treatment programs by offering peer-based recovery support, destigmatization, and motivational engagement.

Assist with transition planning for individuals moving between levels of care.

Complete all required service documentation in the EHR within established ATLS time frames, including peer support progress notes and service logs.

Document peer support services in compliance with NC Medicaid Peer Support Services definitions and billing requirements.

Maintain documentation consistent with HIPAA, ATLS policies, and the NC Peer Support Specialist Code of Ethics.

Participate in internal quality audits and support the QA/QI Officer with peer services compliance.

Accurately record units of service and complete billing documentation per NC Medicaid standards.

Maintain active NC Peer Support Specialist Certification, including required continuing education hours for renewal.

Adhere at all times to the NC Peer Support Specialist Code of Ethics and ATLS professional conduct standards.

Engage in reflective practice and individual supervision to support professional growth.

Maintain clear and appropriate boundaries in all peer relationships.

Complete all ATLS-required annual training including trauma-informed care, cultural humility, and mandatory reporting.

Fulfill mandatory reporting obligations per NC General Statutes.

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