Respite Peer Support Specialist (3rd Shift)

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Respite Peer Support Specialist (3rd Shift)

Job Categories: Peer Support Specialist

Job Types: Full Time

Job Locations: Charlotte NC

Full-time role. Pay is $18.00-$21.00/hr 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 The Position

The Respite Peer Support Specialist provides overnight peer support services to guests at our peer-run respite house. In this role, you’ll build meaningful connections grounded in lived experience, create a welcoming and safe environment, and model recovery-focused support without judgment. You’ll work overnight shifts to support guests navigating mental health challenges, offering warmth, compassion, and community. This position is ideal for someone who values peer-centered recovery and is ready to hold space during quiet hours when connection is needed most.

Location: Charlotte, NC

Job Type: Full-time

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What You’ll Do

• Peer Support & Connection Create authentic, mutual relationships with respite guests using your own recovery story. Provide emotional support, active listening, and a calming presence during overnight stays.
• Safety & Wellness Monitoring Monitor the safety and wellbeing of guests throughout the night, supporting individual recovery goals and providing non-clinical crisis support as needed.
• Daily House Operations Maintain a clean and welcoming environment, assist with household responsibilities, and help ensure smooth transitions between shifts.
• Collaboration & Communication Work closely with fellow Peer Support Specialists and PRN team members to ensure continuity of care and uphold the core values of trauma-informed peer support.
• Documentation & Reporting Accurately document interactions, guest updates, and shift summaries in accordance with organizational policies.
  
  

Qualifications

• Certification NC Certified Peer Support Specialist certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Lived Experience Personal experience navigating mental health or substance use recovery is required—this role is about walking with others, not ahead of them.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills Strong ability to listen, build trust, and engage in mutual, respectful relationships with guests and team members.
• Night Shift Readiness Comfortable working overnight hours (third shift) and remaining alert, available, and responsive to guest needs.
• Commitment to Recovery Values Belief in person-centered recovery, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and the value of self-determination.
  
  

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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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