CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST

Apis Services Inc; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Career Advancement Opportunities

Make a Difference Every Day

Support Individuals and Families

Strengthen Communities

Job summary

Resources for Human Development is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist to join the Recovery Support Team in Durham, NC. The role focuses on peer support, education, and skill-building, using lived experience to foster hope and independence.

You will work primarily in the community (~80%) and help clients set recovery goals while documenting progress and maintaining confidentiality per policy. Training and advancement opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• CPS certification and valid driver’s license required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass background checks (Act 33 and State Police).
• Self-identified current/former recipient of mental health or co-occurring services.
• 12 months of paid or volunteer experience within the past 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support, advocacy, recovery education, and skill-building.
• Use lived experience to model recovery and instill hope.
• Facilitate identification of strengths, supports, and resources.
• Document progress and maintain program standards.
• Support community integration activities and recovery goals.
• Conduct regular client meetings and communicate service successes or gaps.

Skills

Dependable

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Education

Pennsylvania CPS Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST

Regular Full Time Technical RHD-NC0040 1591 Lednum Transitional Recovery, Durham, NC, US

Build a Career with Purpose- Help People Heal

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Resources for Human Development, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

About Resources for Human Development

For more than 50 years, Resources for Human Development has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Why Join Our Team?

• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Strengthen Communities

What You’ll Do

The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) provides peer support, advocacy, recovery education, and skill‑building to Persons in Recovery (PIRs). The role focuses on fostering hope, promoting wellness, strengthening natural supports, and helping individuals regain control over their recovery process. This position is part of the Recovery Support Team and models RHD values in all interactions. In this role, you will:

• Serve as an active member of the Recovery Support and CPS Teams.
• Use personal lived experience to model recovery and instill hope.
• Facilitate identification of strengths, supports, and community resources.
• Conduct regular meetings with clients, documenting progress per program standards.
• Provide education on recovery tools (e.g., WRAP), self‑help, mutual support, and orientation for new participants.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing to support behavior change and combat negative self‑talk.
• Support individuals in community integration activities (social, educational, advocacy, etc.).
• Assist individuals in setting and achieving recovery goals, improving social and interpersonal functioning.
• Refer individuals to supportive services and communicate service successes or gaps to supervisors.
• Maintain CPS certification and attend required trainings.
• Safeguard confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, OSHA, fire safety, and organizational policies.
• Participate in staff meetings and promote a positive image of RHD.
• Document all services accurately and completely.
• Work primarily in the community (approx. 80% of time).
• Maintain professionalism and exercise sound judgment.

Who We’re Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Dependable
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

Required:

• Pennsylvania Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass Act 33 and State Police background checks.
• Self‑identified current/former recipient of mental health or co‑occurring services.
• At least 12 months of paid or volunteer experience within the past 3 years (one year of recent education may substitute).

Some jobs pay the bills.

Some jobs build careers.

This job changes lives.

If you’re looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and become the reason someone has a better day.

About Our Organization

Resources for Human Development is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.