CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST

Schedule: Full Time
Program: Wake Enterprises

The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) provides recovery-oriented peer support services to Persons in Recovery (PIRs) by drawing upon lived experience to promote hope, empowerment, and self-determination. The CPS supports individuals in navigating their recovery journey by fostering natural supports, promoting community integration, and assisting with symptom management that may impact wellness.

This role plays a vital part in delivering person-centered, trauma-informed services while modeling healthy recovery behaviors and encouraging engagement in treatment and support services.

• Provide peer support services including education, advocacy, and engagement to support recovery goals.





• Encourage active participation in the treatment and recovery process through shared lived experience and recovery-focused strategies.





• Deliver recovery education to individuals served, staff, and family members, which may include:

  
  
  
  
  
  

  • Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP)

  
  
  

  • Self-help and mutual peer support groups

  
  
  

  • Orientation and training for new enrollees

  
  
  

  • Staff and team education related to recovery principles

  
  
  




• Support person-centered interventions as outlined in individualized service plans.





• Facilitate group-based services as appropriate, including:

  
  
  
  
  
  

  • WRAP groups

  
  
  

  • Recovery support groups

  
  
  

  • Community meetings

  
  
  

  • Symptom management and coping skills groups

  
  
  




• Assist individuals with independent living skills and community integration.





• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory requirements.





• Model wellness and recovery by maintaining personal physical, mental, and emotional well-being.





• Perform additional duties as assigned to support program operations and individual recovery outcomes.

• Active Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification required.





• Commitment to maintaining 18 credit hours of continuing education annually .





• High School Diploma or GED required.





• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with individuals in mental health recovery preferred.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams.





• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.





• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, community partners, and support networks.





• Cultural humility and respect for diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.





• Effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.





• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements consistently.





• Reliable, self-directed, and accountable in a fast-paced, recovery-focused environment.

• Make a meaningful impact through lived-experience support





• Supportive, mission-driven organization





• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education





• Collaborative and inclusive work environment

RHD is part of Apis Services, Inc.