Harm Reduction and Recovery Cafe Peer Support Specialist

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Harm Reduction and Recovery Cafe Peer Support Specialist

Job Categories: Peer Support Specialist

Job Types: Part Time

Job Locations: Raleigh NC

Salary: $18-21 per hour

Part-time role. Pay is $18 – $21 per hour based on experience. Benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, sick time, PTO, 401K, EAP, life insurance (optional), and short-term/long-term disability.

About Promise Resource Network

Promise Resource Network is a nonprofit survivor-led organization that disrupts illness-based approaches to mental health and substance use by understanding the impacts of trauma and supporting healing, wellness, and recovery.

About The Position

The Harm Reduction and Recovery Cafe Peer Support Specialist will oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of harm reduction strategies within the Recovery Hub and organization. This role focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment for individuals impacted by substance use, mental health challenges, and the criminal justice system. The peer support specialist will provide training, facilitate workshops, distribute harm reduction supplies, and offer direct support services to promote safety, well-being, and self-determination. The Peer Support Specialist position will assist in daily activities at the Cafe, recovery role modeling, resource connection, initial peer contact and welcoming, class facilitation, documentation, 1-1 peer support within the Recovery Cafe and community.

Location: Raleigh, NC

Job Type: Part-time

Responsibilities

• Program Development and Implementation: Design and coordinate harm reduction initiatives, including education, resources, and access to supplies such as naloxone and safer use kits, in alignment with the Recovery Hub principles. Design and coordinate re-entry initiatives including education, linkage to care, resources, and access to basic needs. Collaborate with staff, peers, and community partners to ensure harm reduction practices align with organizational goals and the needs of Recovery Hub program participants.
• Peer Support and Outreach: Provide one-on-one support to individuals navigating substance use, mental health, and reentry challenges. Conduct outreach to engage individuals in the Recovery Hub program, particularly those who may benefit from harm reduction services. Coordinate and/or provide Peer Service activities including, but not limited to establishing individualized recovery plans, providing support in the community as well as at recovery education programs, facilitating recovery classes as scheduled, and conducting outreach to potential peers and community. Actively participate in staff meetings, supervision sessions, and peer support for peer supporters, and team/group activities.
• Education and Training: Facilitate harm reduction and overdose prevention workshops for staff, program participants, and the broader community. Train peer support workers, community members, or other organizations on harm reduction principles and best practices.
• Community Partnerships: Build relationships with local health organizations, treatment facilities, and harm reduction advocacy groups to expand resources available to participants. Represent the organization and the Recovery Hub at community events, coalitions, and advocacy efforts related to harm reduction and reentry services. Actively attend any meetings with the Recovery Hub Network or any other tasks assigned by supervisors.
• Data and Reporting: Track and report on program outcomes, including participant engagement and access to harm reduction resources. Ensure compliance with funding requirements and assist with grant applications to sustain and expand Harm Reduction and Recovery Hub initiatives. Maintaining all data entry in Agency database for the Recovery Hub daily operations, monitoring, and evaluations.
  
  

• Current North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist required
• Current Recovery Coach certification or matching qualifications to obtain this certification within 3 months of hire.
• Belief in the recovery potential of all people and is committed to the philosophy of peer support.
• Lived experience with substance use recovery, mental health challenges, or reentry.
• Commitment to harm reduction principles and understanding of their application in reentry and recovery settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience facilitating groups or providing peer support is an asset.
• Ability to receive guidance, training, and mentoring to grow skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrates leadership by modeling PRN’s mission, values, philosophy, and guidance to team members.
• Demonstrates taking personal responsibility, being dependable, reliable, working as a team player, and utilizing personal determination skills.
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, is ethical and approachable.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public, providers, and other stakeholders.
• Committed to personal recovery and wellness and has a personal history of recovery and lived experiences in seeking and receiving crisis-based support.
• Ability to manage time and complete tasks.
• Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, ethical, and approachability.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) using active and reflective listening, asking curious questions, validating others’ experiences, remaining non-judgmental, and demonstrating effective conflict resolution skills.
• Must have a valid NC Driver’s license.
  
  

PRN believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate against our employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual preference, sexual orientation, physical handicap or medical condition. Equal Employment Opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, upgrading, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination.

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At PRN, We Believe In Creating a Work Environment That Is As Supportive And Dynamic As The Services We Provide. We Offer

• Mission-Driven Impact: Be part of a team that makes real change in people’s lives every day. Your work will directly contribute to transforming communities and empowering individuals on their recovery journeys.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference. From one-on-one support to community outreach, you’ll experience a variety of impactful work.
• Growth Opportunities: At PRN, we’re invested in your growth. We provide ongoing training, peer support certification, and opportunities to advance into leadership roles or specialize in areas like advocacy and recovery.
• Comprehensive Training: Become a certified Peer Support Specialist and gain expertise in trauma-informed care, person-centered planning, and more.
• Supportive Culture: We’re committed to fostering a positive, collaborative environment where everyone is respected, empowered, and valued.
• Meaningful Impact: Every day, you’ll help individuals find their way to recovery and a better quality of life, knowing your work makes a tangible difference.
  
  

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