Location: Qualla Recovery Community Center, Cherokee NC
Pay Rate: $20/hour
Position Type: 30 hours a week
Sunrise Community for Recovery and Wellness is seeking a passionate and motivated NC
Certified Peer Support Specialist to help organize, develop, and open the doors to our new
Qualla Recovery Community Center. This position, titled Recovery Community Center
Staff, is vital to ensuring that the center thrives as a hub for cultural and recovery support,
grounded in the values and traditions of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).
Key Responsibilities:
● Assist in the creation and organization of the Qualla Recovery Community Center.
● Play a central role in preparing the center for opening and supporting day-to-day
operations.
● Foster a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals seeking recovery
support.
● Ensure EBCI culture remains at the forefront of all programs and initiatives.
● Collaborate with EBCI community members, tribal programs, organizations, and
resources.
● Attend regular Sunrise staff meetings and actively collaborate with Sunrise teams to
ensure alignment with the organization's mission and goals.
Qualifications:
● Must be an NC Certified Peer Support Specialist.
● Familiarity with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) community and its
resources is highly preferred.
● Experience or passion for working in a culturally focused recovery environment.
● Strong organizational and communication skills.
● Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Why Work with Sunrise? By working with Sunrise, you’ll join an organization that has been
serving communities across Western North Carolina since 2016, providing a kind and supportive
environment dedicated to recovery and wellness. We are committed to creating a center where
cultural identity and recovery support go hand in hand, and we need someone who shares that
vision.
If you’re passionate about supporting recovery in a culturally rich environment and want to help
bring this center to life, we encourage you to apply!
Sunrise Community for Recovery and Wellness is an equal opportunity employer and
encourages all qualified candidates to apply.