Certified Peer Support Specialist (North Carolina)

Coastal Horizons Center, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Educational loan repayment programs

401K retirement plan

Paid time off and 14 holidays

Job summary

Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to provide recovery-oriented support and navigation to outpatient behavioral health and substance use treatment clients.

The role draws on lived experience to promote hope, empowerment, and self-determination while connecting individuals to resources and community supports. The position involves facilitating groups, offering harm-reduction education, assisting with treatment planning, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Lived experience in recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete documentation in electronic health records.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one peer support to individuals in recovery.
• Assist individuals in developing personal recovery goals and wellness plans.
• Facilitate peer-led support groups in community settings.
• Provide education on harm reduction, recovery pathways, and wellness strategies.
• Link individuals to housing, employment, healthcare, and social services resources.
• Help individuals navigate behavioral health, medical, legal, and social services systems.
• Provide resources for opioid treatment options.
• Maintain accurate documentation per agency policies and state guidelines.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions.
• Advocate for trauma-informed, person-centered care.

Skills

Lived experience in recovery

Interpersonal skills

Strong communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Job ID: GA7166-54

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Job Title: Certified Peer Support Specialist (North Carolina)

Location: Wilmington, NC-New Hanover County

Schedule: FRI-MON (4 10's); Full Time

Position Summary:

The Certified Peer Support Specialist provides recovery-oriented support services to individuals receiving outpatient behavioral health and/or substance use treatment. Drawing on lived experience, this role promotes hope, empowerment, and self-determination while helping individuals navigate recovery resources, engage in treatment, and build community connections. The Peer Support Specialist also assists with community outreach, group facilitation, and basic health services for opioid treatment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one peer support to individuals in recovery, using lived experience to inspire hope and model recovery-oriented behaviors
• Assist individuals in developing and achieving personal recovery goals and wellness plans
• Facilitate peer-led support groups in community settings
• Provide education on harm reduction, recovery pathways, and wellness strategies
• Link individuals to community resources including housing, employment, healthcare, and social services
• Support individuals in navigating systems of care (behavioral health, medical, legal, and social services)
• Provide resources for opioid treatment options
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency policies and state guidelines
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions
• Advocate for person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care

Qualifications:

• At least 18 months of lived experience in recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges
• High school diploma or GED required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete documentation in electronic health records
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Educational loan repayment programs & Career growth
• Retirement savings plan/401K
• Paid time off programs, rollover hours, 14 paid holidays
• Employee engagement activities, resource groups, and diversity events

We look forward to reviewing your application!

EEO STATEMENT

Coastal Horizons is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.