Peer Support Specialist – Provisional

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Peer Support Specialist providing guidance and support to individuals struggling with substance abuse and mental health issues. Assists in creating a recovery environment and links clients to community resources.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeDurham • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $40,528 - $53,906 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing peer support and guidance to individuals facing substance abuse and mental health challenges, while effectively linking clients to community resources and advocating for their rights. Proficient in harm reduction education and maintaining compliance with certification requirements.

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North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist (NCCPSS)Substance Use Disorder CounselingMental Health SupportCase ManagementHarm Reduction Education

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Hard Skills

Client OutreachOne-on-One CounselingOverdose Prevention EducationDocumentation MaintenanceCommunity Resource Linkage

Soft Skills

AdvocacyEmpowermentCommunicationTeam CollaborationInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

North Carolina Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Substance AbuseMental HealthRecovery EnvironmentHarm ReductionCommunity Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Peer Support Specialist will provide guidance and support to individuals struggling with substance abuse, psychological trauma and /or mental health issues.
This position assists in implementing/creating a recovery environment and acts as an advocate for the needs and rights of the client.
This position will assist Community Paramedics, Case Managers, Substance Use Disorder Counselors or Mental Health staff with getting the client connected to community resources to ensure continuity of care for their identified needs.
Respond to overdose calls in Durham County.
Conduct client outreach and follow-up with the clients in the community.
Conduct follow-up visits to individuals who have experienced an overdose.
Meet with clients regularly to provide one-on-one counseling and support.
Provide individualized harm reduction education and efforts to clients on overdose prevention, use of naloxone, Hepatitis C Virus, STI and HIV risk reduction and safer drug use.
Arrange medical appointments, monitor client behavior, schedule pro-social activities, and provide client transportation.
Train individuals on local overdose reversal protocol, offer harm reduction resources, and care options.
Assist clients with identifying personal strengths to help them reach and maintain recovery goals.
Model recovery values, attitude, beliefs, and personal action to encourage wellness.
Teach and promote self-advocacy and empower clients to use their legal rights.
Provide linkage to community resources. Interact with all public agencies.
Participate in team meetings and in-person training sessions on best practices in harm reduction and complete ongoing training to maintain certification compliance.
Maintain and submit required documentation (treatment plans, service notes, etc.).
Work with community agencies to link clients to wraparound services as needed and complete and submit necessary referral paperwork.
Collect and maintain up-to-date knowledge of local resources: healthcare, treatment, and social services providers in Durham County.
Assist in community educational and outreach activities such as overdose recognition and treatment, community naloxone distribution, etc.
Performs related work as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of experience in social work, health services, peer counseling, case management or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Lived experience with either Mental Health or Substance Use Disorder struggles and/or treatment.
Must possess and maintain valid North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist (NCCPSS) certification.
Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license with a three-year acceptable driving history.

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The Peer Support Specialist will provide guidance and support to individuals struggling with substance abuse, psychological trauma and /or mental health issues.
This position assists in implementing/creating a recovery environment and acts as an advocate for the needs and rights of the client.
This position will assist Community Paramedics, Case Managers, Substance Use Disorder Counselors or Mental Health staff with getting the client connected to community resources to ensure continuity of care for their identified needs.
Respond to overdose calls in Durham County.
Conduct client outreach and follow-up with the clients in the community.
Conduct follow-up visits to individuals who have experienced an overdose.
Meet with clients regularly to provide one-on-one counseling and support.
Provide individualized harm reduction education and efforts to clients on overdose prevention, use of naloxone, Hepatitis C Virus, STI and HIV risk reduction and safer drug use.
Arrange medical appointments, monitor client behavior, schedule pro-social activities, and provide client transportation.
Train individuals on local overdose reversal protocol, offer harm reduction resources, and care options.
Assist clients with identifying personal strengths to help them reach and maintain recovery goals.
Model recovery values, attitude, beliefs, and personal action to encourage wellness.
Teach and promote self-advocacy and empower clients to use their legal rights.
Provide linkage to community resources. Interact with all public agencies.
Participate in team meetings and in-person training sessions on best practices in harm reduction and complete ongoing training to maintain certification compliance.
Maintain and submit required documentation (treatment plans, service notes, etc.).
Work with community agencies to link clients to wraparound services as needed and complete and submit necessary referral paperwork.
Collect and maintain up-to-date knowledge of local resources: healthcare, treatment, and social services providers in Durham County.
Assist in community educational and outreach activities such as overdose recognition and treatment, community naloxone distribution, etc.
Performs related work as assigned. 🎯 Requirements
High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of experience in social work, health services, peer counseling, case management or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Lived experience with either Mental Health or Substance Use Disorder struggles and/or treatment.
Must possess and maintain valid North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist (NCCPSS) certification.
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