Peer Recovery Specialist

Steadfast Health•Raleigh, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Steadfast Health is hiring a Peer Recovery Specialist to provide compassionate, evidence-based peer support to individuals navigating substance use and recovery. Lived experience is treated as core expertise, and the specialist is an equal member of the treatment team. Support is delivered in the clinic and in the community, with a patient-centered approach that recognizes that recovery is personal and can follow different pathways. The role includes peer coaching, group facilitation, care coordination, advocacy, and help accessing harm reduction tools and community resources. The specialist participates in daily patient huddles alongside medical and behavioral health clinicians. Steadfast describes the position as a full-time weekday role with a stable schedule, supervision, mentorship, and peer-specific training. Community outreach may involve transporting patients in a personal vehicle.

Requirements

Lived experience with substance use and two years of sustained recovery, with demonstrated commitment to personal wellness and harm reduction principles.
Active Peer Specialist certification in good standing in the state of residence.
Willingness to obtain National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) certification through NAADAC within nine months of the start date.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build trust and rapport.
Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals from marginalized communities.
Knowledge of harm reduction strategies, multiple recovery pathways, and behavioral health resources.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Valid driver’s license in good standing.
Active personal automobile insurance meeting or exceeding state minimum coverage requirements, with proof provided upon hire and as requested.
Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and confidentiality practices.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in documenting client interactions and using electronic health records (EHRs).
Bilingual abilities, including Spanish or other languages.

Responsibilities

Provide peer-based support to individuals navigating substance use and recovery, in clinic and community settings, using evidence-based techniques.
Share lived experience and model self-directed change to inspire and empower patients.
Participate in daily patient huddles, identify patient-specific obstacles to recovery, and recommend therapeutic intervention plans with medical and behavioral clinician team members.
Help clients develop personal wellness and harm reduction plans tailored to their circumstances, experiences, and needs.
Facilitate peer-led support groups and one-on-one coaching sessions.
Help individuals access harm reduction tools, recovery resources, housing, employment, and community support.
Educate clients on harm reduction strategies, safer use practices, overdose prevention, and coping skills.
Advocate for clients within healthcare, housing, and social service systems.
Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions and progress while upholding confidentiality.
Follow ethical guidelines, non-coercive practices, and trauma-informed care principles.
Safely transport patients to and from appointments, facilities, and designated locations in a personal vehicle while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and family.
401(k) match up to 5%.
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance and employer-sponsored life insurance.
Generous PTO, floating paid holidays, and paid volunteer days.
Four paid Re-Fuel Days each year for mental health, rest, or continuing education.
Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential therapy sessions, legal guidance, financial resources, and health coaching.
Regular supervision, mentorship, peer-specific training, and an annual CEU stipend.
Mileage and travel time covered for outreach work.
On-the-clock time to invest in personal recovery.
Opportunity to earn a 5% monthly bonus by meeting clinic KPIs.