Certified Peer Support Specialist (North Carolina)

Coastal Horizons Center, Inc.; Wilmington, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Educational loan repayment programs

Career growth

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

14 paid holidays

Job summary

Coastal Horizons Center, Inc. in Wilmington, NC seeks a Certified Peer Support Specialist to provide recovery-oriented support within outpatient behavioral health and substance use treatment programs.

Drawing on lived experience, you will empower individuals, help them navigate recovery resources, facilitate groups in community settings, and connect clients with housing, employment, healthcare, and social services.

Qualifications

• Lived experience in recovery from mental health 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 document in electronic health records.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one peer support to individuals in recovery.
• Help individuals develop personal recovery goals and wellness plans.
• Facilitate peer-led support groups in community settings.
• Educate on harm reduction, recovery pathways, and wellness strategies.
• Link individuals to housing, employment, healthcare, and social services.
• Support navigation of behavioral health, medical, legal, and social services.
• Provide resources for opioid treatment options.
• Maintain accurate documentation in line with agency policies.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Advocate for trauma-informed, person-centered, culturally responsive care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Diversity engagement

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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 salary 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``

  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.