Peer Support Specialist

Pathways; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

Sick leave

Up to 10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

DailyPay

Training and licensure credits

401(k) retirement plan

Free licensure supervision

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks @ Clarvida discounts

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

Clarvida is hiring a Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to join our North Carolina team. This on-site, community-based role focuses on supporting individuals in recovery through peer-led care and education.

You will work under supervision of the Clinical or Regional Director, promoting recovery, self-determination, and wellness, with travel about 50% to meet clients and participate in community services. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, NC Certified Peer Support Specialist, and at

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• At least 12 months of paid or volunteer work in the past three years or 1 year of post-secondary education totaling 24 credit hours is required.
• Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina is required.

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.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

12 months paid/volunteer experience OR 24 credit hours post-secondary education

Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina

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

Equal Opportunity Employer