Certified Peer Support Specialist at The Ship Group Services LLC – Whiteville, North Carolina

Part-Time | $18.00–$20.00/hr | Flexible Schedule
Empower recovery. Use your lived experience to guide others.

At TSG Behavioral Health & Community Services, we are committed to empowering individuals and strengthening communities through compassionate, culturally responsive behavioral health and support services. We believe every person deserves the opportunity to lead a fulfilling life—and we walk with them on the path toward recovery, stability, and self-sufficiency.

We are seeking passionate Certified Peer Support Specialists (CPSS) to provide recovery-focused services to individuals with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorders. Peer Support Services are person-centered and grounded in lived experience—supporting others in navigating challenges, accessing resources, and building independence.

You will serve as a mentor, motivator, and bridge to community integration—using your own recovery journey to inspire hope and promote wellness.

• Conduct outreach to connect with individuals who may benefit from services.

• Facilitate regular community-based visits with participants, as assigned.

• Use your personal recovery story to model resilience, coping, and empowerment.

• Teach independent living skills and promote social interaction and inclusion.

• Assist participants in navigating systems (mental health, medical, housing, legal).

• Support participants in developing and pursuing their own recovery goals.

• Educate individuals about their rights and support self-advocacy.

• Document services and follow Medicaid Clinical Coverage Policy 8G standards.

• Respond to emerging behavioral health or crisis needs in the field as appropriate.

• Collaborate with clinical team and Qualified Professional (QP) for supervision and planning.

• High school diploma or GED

• Current NC Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) Certification (required)

• Ability to share lived experience in a way that is supportive and respectful

• Knowledge of recovery principles and community resources

• Ability to work independently and in a team setting

• Comfortable providing services in the community (home, shelters, public spaces)

• Strong documentation and time management skills

  
  

  Reliable Transportation & Valid Driver’s License required for community-based services

• 6+ months of experience working with adults with SPMI or co-occurring disorders

• Familiarity with Medicaid documentation and service standards

• Knowledge of local resources (housing, employment, food, etc.)

• Job Type: Part-Time (with potential for Full-Time based on caseload)

• Pay Range: $18.00–$20.00 per hour (based on experience)

• Schedule: Flexible, some evening/weekend availability may be required

• Location: Robeson, Bladen, Brunswick & Columbus County

  
  

  Applicants should be able to commute or provide community-based services in these areas as needed.

• Make a real impact using your lived experience

• Join a supportive and mission-aligned team

• Receive ongoing training, supervision, and career growth opportunities

• Help shape the future of recovery-focused services in your community