Peer Specialist- Durham

Epiphany Family Services is committed to providing compassionate, community-based recovery services that empower individuals to achieve wellness, independence, and self-advocacy.

About The Role

The Peer Support Specialist will provide direct recovery services to adults diagnosed with a mental health or substance use disorder. This role includes structured skill-building, mentoring, advocacy, and linkage to community resources, while modeling self-determination and healthy recovery skills. The position works under the immediate supervision of the Peer Support Services Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Act as a role model to individuals in recovery and share lived experience to inspire hope.
• Support individuals at risk of relapse or symptom exacerbation through recovery education and appropriate interventions.
• Model recovery processes and demonstrate effective coping skills.
• Assist individuals with managing symptoms and using natural supports and community resources.
• Provide services in both 1:1 and group settings.
• Complete accurate progress notes and records in a timely manner.
• Help individuals identify strengths, abilities, and goals to create person-centered recovery plans.
• Assist clients with issues such as housing, natural support systems, job readiness, and skill development.
• Explore and connect individuals to community resources, including self-help groups.
• Advocate for clients and intervene in crisis or emergency situations as necessary.
• Provide information to clients and families about available services and make referrals as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Self-identified as a person in recovery with lived experience.
• Understanding of multiple recovery pathways and commitment to recovery principles (e.g., AA, NA).
• Ability to participate in required staff meetings and trainings.
• Strong individual and group engagement skills.
• Sensitivity to cultural and linguistic factors relevant to recovery populations.
• CPR-First Aid, NCI, and other required trainings prior to employment.
• Knowledge of community resources including mental health, medical, social services, and legal systems.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license and insurability under agency policy.
• Emotional stability, maturity, warmth, openness, and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Adherence to the NC Peer Support Specialist Code of Ethics and Values.

Qualifications

• Certification by the NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board or certification by another state as a Peer Support Specialist (eligible for NC certification).
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of Peer Support Services–related experience.

Working Conditions

• Office-based role with potential delivery of remote peer support services.
• Some travel may be required.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods may be necessary.

Pay

Compensation is based on educational background and years of Peer Support field experience.

Benefits

• Mission-driven work supporting individuals and communities
• Collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for growth and ongoing professional development
• Meaningful work that transforms lives