Peer Support Specialist - DAODAS 7/10/26
Salary
$17.00 Hourly
Location
3685 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405, SC
Job Type
Full-Time (Non-Exempt)
Job Number
DS211172
Department
DAODAS
Opening Date
07/10/2026
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
For more information, visit our benefits page.
Employer Charleston County Government
Address 4045 Bridge View Dr
Charleston, South Carolina, 29405
Phone 843-958-4700
Website http://www.charlestoncounty.org