Certified Peer Support Specialist

Wesley Behavioral Health Services LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Payment by billable services

Supportive environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Wesley Behavioral Health Services LLC in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) to join our community-based team. You’ll use your lived recovery experience to support clients on their own journeys, in homes or community settings.

This role is billed based on documented, billable services, so attention to documentation and strong communication are essential. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and have opportunities for growth within a mission-driven

Qualifications

• Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina.
• Lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel in the community.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and follow agency protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer-to-peer support grounded in hope and mutual respect.
• Share personal recovery experiences to inspire others.
• Help clients build life skills and connect with community resources.
• Document services accurately and submit them in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure person-centered care.
• Attend supervision, team meetings, and ongoing trainings.

Skills

Peer support

Communication skills

Time management

Travel willingness

Job description

About the Role

Wesley Behavioral Health Services is seeking a passionate and dependable Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) to join our community-based team. In this role, you’ll use your lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery to support individuals on their own recovery journeys.

This position is community-based, meaning services are provided in client homes or agreed-upon locations in the community. Compensation is based on billable services submitted through proper documentation, so attention to detail is key.

What You’ll Do

• Provide peer-to-peer support grounded in hope, empowerment, and mutual respect
• Share personal recovery experiences to inspire and encourage others
• Help clients build life skills, connect with community resources, and work toward personal goals
• Document all services accurately and submit them in a timely manner
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality, person-centered care
• Attend supervision, team meetings, and ongoing trainings

What We’re Looking For

• Must be certified as a Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina
• Lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel in the community
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and follow agency protocols

What We Offer

• Flexible schedule
• Paid based on documented, billable services
• Supportive and mission-driven work environment
• Opportunities for growth and continued education