Peer Support Specialist - DAODAS 7/10/26

Job Description

This position provides peer support services to patients in a substance use disorder treatment facility in various treatment settings including admissions/helpline, opioid treatment clinic, outpatient, residential, and withdrawal management services.

HIRING HOURLY: $17.00

This position is grant funded. Continuation of employment in this position is contingent on grant funding.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED, APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to assess strengths, challenges, resources, and goals (i.e., recovery capital) across multiple life domains
  • Develop recovery plans to support clients as they transition to the community
  • Use recovery oriented practices such motivational interviewing
  • Good working knowledge of medications for treatment of opioid use disorders and their benefits
  • Compliance with all Charleston Center/ Charleston County Policies and Procedures
  • Provide after hours and emergency coverage as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma with two years or more in recovery from Substance Use Disorders and a willingness to self-identify as a person in recovery.
• Certification as a Peer Support Specialist within two years of hire date. If not currently certified become “in-process” within 30 days of hire.
• A valid SC driver’s license and 10-year driving record

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication, and computer skills
• Spanish speaking candidates highly desired

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program