Peer Support Specialist

Clarvida; North Carolina; On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

DailyPay

CE credits

401(k)

Licensure supervision

Pet insurance

EAP

Discounts

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

Clarvida in North Carolina is seeking a Peer Support Specialist (PSS) to empower individuals in recovery by providing peer support, promoting self-care, and building community living skills. You will work under supervision of the Clinical or Regional Director to advance recovery and mental wellness with evidence-based approaches.

This client-focused role is ideal for someone in recovery who is passionate about supporting others, with on-site work in Green River, NC and travel up to 50% to meet

Qualifications

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

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

Certified Peer Support Specialist in North Carolina

Job 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