Peer Support Specialist

Clarvida; Nampa (ID); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days that increase with

Sick leave that rolls over annually

Up to 10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

DailyPay – access earnings

Training and continuing education

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k)

Free licensure supervision

Pet insurance

Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts

Mileage reimbursement

Cellphone stipend

Job summary

Clarvida is seeking a part-time Peer Support Specialist to deliver services in home and community settings in Nampa, Idaho. The role focuses on supporting adults with severe mental illness, promoting hope and recovery through lived experience, and assisting with community integration.

Responsibilities include documentation in EHR systems, collaboration with treatment teams, and ongoing training. Flexible, hybrid opportunities are available across multiple locations, with a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and active insurance.
• Experience with Electronic Health Record systems.
• Active Family Support Certification; OR ability to become certified in Family Support within 30 days of employment.
• Satisfactory results of Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Enhanced Fingerprinting and background checks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver peer support services to clients in home and community-based settings.
• Support adults experiencing severe and persistent mental illness or emotional disturbance.
• Promote hope, recovery, resiliency, and wellness outcomes.
• Utilize lived experience to support and encourage clients in recovery.
• Assist clients with community integration and resource connection.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Electronic Health Record systems.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and community providers.
• Maintain required certifications and compliance with program standards.
• Travel throughout the community to meet with clients as needed.
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, and ongoing training opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

About The Role

As a Peer Support Specialist, you will deliver services to clients in the home and community setting. This role supports adults experiencing severe and persistent mental illness or emotional disturbance. The Peer Support Specialist promotes hope, wellness, resiliency, and recovery outcomes by utilizing lived experience and personal knowledge to encourage client success and recovery.

Job Title: Peer Support Specialist

Location: Nampa, Idaho

Employment Type: Part-time

Salary: $19 - $21/hour

Date Posted: 08/07/2026

Responsibilities

• Deliver peer support services to clients in home and community-based settings
• Support adults experiencing severe and persistent mental illness or emotional disturbance
• Promote hope, recovery, resiliency, and wellness outcomes
• Utilize lived experience to support and encourage clients in recovery
• Assist clients with community integration and resource connection
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Electronic Health Record systems
• Collaborate with treatment teams and community providers
• Maintain required certifications and compliance with program standards
• Travel throughout the community to meet with clients as needed
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, and ongoing training opportunities

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and active insurance
• Experience with Electronic Health Record systems
• Active Family Support Certification; OR ability to meet minimum requirements to become certified in Family Support within 30 days of employment
• Satisfactory results of Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Enhanced Fingerprinting and background checks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Compensation & Benefits

Full-time Employees:

• Paid vacation days that 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 opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

All Employees

• 401(k)
• Free licensure supervision
• Pet insurance
• Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement*
• Cellphone stipend

Additional Perks

• Flexible schedule with approximately 25 hours per week
• Incentive opportunities based on productivity
• Opportunity to develop a full-time caseload
• Hybrid and remote opportunities across multiple locations

*Benefits may vary by state or county

Work Location

Nampa, Idaho (Community-Based)

Employment Type

Part-time

About Clarvida

Clarvida’s success is built on the strength of our people and a shared commitment to improving lives and communities. We empower employees to bring their full potential to their work while delivering outcome-driven, person-centered services. Learn more: Clarvida Mission, Vision, and Values. See other opportunities: Clarvida Careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.