Peer Support Specialist

Clarvida; Cedar Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Sick leave

Up to 10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

DailyPay

Licensure supervision

401(k) retirement plan

Pet insurance

EAP

Perks @ Clarvida

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

Clarvida is seeking a Part-Time Peer Support Specialist (PSS) in North Carolina to assist individuals in recovery through peer support, promoting self-care and community living skills under supervision. You will model recovery, foster hope and empowerment, provide stage-appropriate supports, and travel about 50% to meet clients and participate in community services.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, at least 12 months of relevant experience or 24 college credits, and NC

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 12 months of paid or volunteer work experience in the past three years or 24 college credits.
• Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Act as a role model to individuals in recovery and inspire hope.
• Facilitate wellness and self-worth development for clients.
• Model recovery processes and coping skills.
• Engage at-risk individuals with stage-appropriate recovery education and supports.
• Use evidence-based practices and the leveling system to support client progress.
• Travel approximately 50% of the time to meet clients and participate in community services.

Skills

Peer support experience

Community engagement

Recovery-focused approach

Education

High School Diploma or GED

12 months paid/volunteer experience or 24 credits

Job description

Description

Job Title: Peer Support Specialist (PSS)
Location: Green River, NC (On-site/Community-Based)
Employment Type: Part-Time
Salary: $25/hr.
Date Posted: October 9, 2026

About the Role

We’re hiring a Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to join our team in North Carolina. In this role, you’ll help individuals in recovery by providing peer support to improve self-care and community living skills. You will work under the supervision of the Clinical or Regional Director, promoting recovery, self-determination, and mental wellness through evidence-based care. This is an empowering, client-focused position ideal for someone in recovery who is passionate about supporting others in their recovery journey.

Responsibilities

• Act as a role model to individuals in recovery, inspiring hope through personal experience
• Facilitate the development of wellness and self-worth in clients
• Model recovery processes and demonstrate coping skills
• Engage at-risk individuals and provide stage-appropriate recovery education and supports
• Utilize evidence-based practices and the leveling system to support clients' progress
• Travel approximately 50% of the time to meet with clients and participate in community services

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• At least 12 months of paid or volunteer work experience in the past three years (not necessarily consecutive) OR one year of post-secondary education totaling 24 credit hours
• Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees:

• Paid vacation days (increase with tenure)
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Up to 10 paid holidays*
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• DailyPay - access your earnings without waiting for payday*
• Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure

All Employees:

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Free licensure supervision
• Pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Perks @ Clarvida - national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cell phone stipend

(*Benefits may vary by state or county)

Work Location

On-site / Community-Based - North Carolina
Green River, NC

Employment Type

Full-time

About Clarvida

Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health services, supporting communities across multiple states. We specialize in integrated, person-centered care and collaborate with families and local systems to deliver outcome-driven mental health and substance use services.

Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
See other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida