Health Care Technician II (Peer Support Specialist) - Cherry Hospital

About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Job Classification Health Care Technician II (S) Position Number: 65021012 Grade: MH02 Description of Work This position is responsible for facilitating groups such as Peer Support and formal Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) classes within the treatment mall program. It also provides 1:1 peer support intervention for individual patients as requested by the treatment team. The individual in this position serves as members of the hospital’s Hope & Wellness Center Design Team and a variety of other hospital committees and work groups as needed. Participation in Treatment Team meetings. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of mental health and/or substance use recovery principles, trauma‑informed care, crisis intervention strategies, and person‑centered approaches. Ability to facilitate peer support groups, advocate for peers, and assist individuals in navigating healthcare and social service systems. Ability to communicate both written and verbally. Must be a certified peer support specialist. This position is designated as mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events. Minimum Education and Experience High school or General Educational Development diploma and one year of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Salary Range Salary Range: $32,444 - $48,665 Recruitment Range: $39,312 - $43,302 Benefits Sign‑on bonus of $2,500 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025‑2026 Budget Approval. Facility Cherry Hospital is a state‑of‑the‑art psychiatric hospital located in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Cherry Hospital serves the 38 most eastern counties of North Carolina with a mission to serve those with the greatest need and the fewest resources. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr NC Department of Health and Human Services