Peer Support Specialist

In 2022, the Durham Community Safety Department (DCSD) launched four 911 crisis response programs—collectively known as HEART (Holistic Empathetic Assistance Response Teams)—to meet the needs of people in crisis with compassionate care and behavioral health expertise. 

HIRING RANGE: $49,026 - $59,613 

START DATE: July 28th, 2025

Certified Peer Support Specialist

King Prestige Services is a CARF-accredited agency. At King Prestige Services, LLC, you will utilize your personal lived recovery experience to assist and support Members on an individual basis. Your role will involve advocacy for your client, direct peer support, and close collaboration with the clinical team to enhance client outcomes. This is a field position covering all areas of Eastern and Western North Carolina. We are specifically seeking Full-time or Part-time Certified Peer Support Specialists in Forsyth County.

Certified Peer Support Specialists

King Prestige Services is a CARF-accredited agency. At King Prestige Services, LLC, you will utilize your personal lived recovery experience to assist and support Members on an individual basis. Your role will involve advocacy for your client, direct peer support, and close collaboration with the clinical team to enhance client outcomes. This is a field position covering all areas of Eastern and Western North Carolina. We are specifically seeking Full-time or Part-time Certified Peer Support Specialists in Forsyth County.

NC Certified Peer Support Specialist

Job Summary
The Certified Peer Specialist plays a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health and substance use challenges. This position involves leveraging personal experience to foster hope, resilience, and recovery among clients. The Certified Peer Specialist will work collaboratively with healthcare teams to provide guidance, mentorship, and advocacy, helping clients navigate their recovery journey effectively.

Responsibilities

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Position: Certified Peer Support Specialists at King Prestige Services, LLC will utilize their personal lived recovery experience to assist and support Members on a one-on-one basis. Your role will involve advocacy for your client, direct peer support, and working closely with the clinical team to enhance client outcomes. We service all areas of Eastern and Western North Carolina. We are specifically looking in Forsyth County for Full-time or Part-time Certified Peer Support Specialists. 

Peer Support QP

Certified Peer Support Specialist who is also a Qualified Professional to work 1/2 time as QP and 1/2 time as Peer Support Specialist.  Will meet with clients, complete Person Centered Plans, match clients with available Peers and supervise their work with clients.  This person will also provide peer support for 2-4 clients.  Salaried position $40-45K annually and has a benefit package.  This position serves both Carteret and Craven counties. Bachelors degree plus experience required.