Part-Time Peer Support Specialist — Flexible Hours

Beacon Bridge; Chapel Hill (NC); Hybrid; USD 22,041 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid experience

Training and professional development

Opportunity for full-time transition

Job summary

A North Carolina-based behavioral health agency is seeking motivated college students for the role of Peer Support Specialist. This part-time, flexible position offers $16–$19 per hour to provide peer support to individuals in need. Responsibilities include offering emotional support, building coping skills, and documenting services. Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in psychology or similar fields and may have lived experience in mental health recovery. This role provides valuable hands-on experience in the health care sector with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Preferred majors include psychology, social work, human services, nursing, or related fields.
• Ability to pass background checks required by NC and payors.
• Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support services under supervision.
• Offer encouragement and recovery-oriented guidance.
• Assist individuals in building coping skills and community connections.
• Document services accurately in the EHR system.
• Collaborate with clinicians and interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Coping skills

Self-advocacy

Education

Currently enrolled in college or university

Job description

A North Carolina-based behavioral health agency is seeking motivated college students for the role of Peer Support Specialist. This part-time, flexible position offers $16–$19 per hour to provide peer support to individuals in need. Responsibilities include offering emotional support, building coping skills, and documenting services. Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in psychology or similar fields and may have lived experience in mental health recovery. This role provides valuable hands-on experience in the health care sector with opportunities for professional growth.