Research Community Care
Now Hiring: Peer Support Specialist
Location: Guilford County, NC
Employment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time Available
Service Model: Community-Based
About Research Community Care
Research Community Care is a structured, compliance-driven behavioral health organization providing Peer Support Services to adults enrolled in Medicaid Tailored Plan and waiver services. Our agency operates with clear policies, defined roles, consistent supervision, and audit-ready documentation standards.
We are seeking high-quality Peer Support Specialists who value professionalism, accountability, and meaningful recovery work within a well-organized system.
This role is ideal for peers who want stability, structure, and long-term growth, not informal or unsupervised work.
Position Overview
Peer Support Specialists at Research Community Care provide recovery-oriented, community-based services using lived experience to support individuals in achieving stability, independence, and improved quality of life.
Peers work within defined service models, follow structured schedules, meet documentation standards, and collaborate with supervisors and care teams. This is a professional role with clear expectations and support.
Core Responsibilities
- Provide scheduled, one-on-one peer support services in approved community settings
- Support members with recovery goals, coping skills, daily living skills, and self-advocacy
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant service documentation
- Follow Medicaid service definitions, agency policies, and productivity expectations
- Participate in supervision, training, and quality improvement activities
- Communicate professionally with supervisors, care managers, and team members
- Maintain appropriate boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards
Required Qualifications
- NC Certified Peer Support Specialist OR Peer Support Trainee actively pursuing certification
- Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery
- High school diploma or GED
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel within Guilford County
- Ability to meet background check and credentialing requirements
- Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience providing peer support or community-based services
- Familiarity with Medicaid Tailored Plans, or managed care environments
- Ability to manage a caseload and work independently within structured systems
Compensation Structure
Full-Time Peer Support Specialist
- Annual salary range: $38,000 – $44,000 per year, based on experience, certification status, and performance
- Full-time status is defined by meeting organizational productivity and service delivery standards
- Salary is paid on a regular payroll schedule and is not tied to individual client billing
- Includes required supervision, training, and compliance oversight
This salaried structure supports consistency, accountability, and professional growth.
Part-Time Peer Support Specialist
- Hourly rate: $15.00 – $17.00 per hour, based on experience and certification status
- Flexible scheduling aligned with caseload needs
- Compensation applies to approved service hours and required activities per agency policy
What We Offer
- Clear policies, procedures, and expectations
- Structured supervision and leadership support
- Stable, systems-based operations (not founder-dependent)
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Opportunity to serve your local community with purpose and impact
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest. Please indicate whether you are applying for a full-time or part-time position.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.