INspire Peer Support Specialist - Job Description

Sep 14, 2026

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INspire Peer Support Specialist responsibilities focus on guiding participants with substance use disorders across multi-sector services within the “WNC Recovery to Career” project across eleven counties in Western North Carolina. The role delivers case management and peer support recovery services, supports the Advisory Council and subcommittees, and helps convene regional leaders, businesses, and program partners through workshops. It also includes monitoring and reporting to ARC, DHT, VAYA Health, and other organizations, while assisting achievement of enrollment and project goals.

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INspire Peer Support Specialist Job Description Department: Mountain Area Workforce Development Reports to: INspire Project Coordinator General Statement of Duties Under general direction and supervision of the INspire Project Coordinator, the INspire Peer Support Specialist will guide participants across multi-sector services through increased understanding and knowledge of the available resources provided as part of “WNC Recovery to Career” with a focus on the eleven counties in Western North Carolina. The INspire Recovery to Work “WNC Recovery to Career” project is a $1.0+ million, three-year initiative funded by Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), Dogwood Health Trust (DHT) and VAYA Health. This project will assist individuals with substance use disorders connect with employment, education and training while maintaining sobriety. Performs other duties as required. Distinguishing Features of the Class Provides case management and peer support recovery services to participants in the INspire “WNC Recovery to Career” project. INspire Peer Support Specialists will guide participants across multi-sector services through increased understanding and knowledge of the available resources provided to individuals with substance use disorders. For the “WNC Recovery to Career” ecosystem, Certified Career Support Specialists (CPSS) will be cross trained as Career Development Facilitators, a credential offered through NCWorks. This training will then be shared with the support of committed partners VAYA Health and MAHEC who are leading healthcare trainers in the region. INspire Peer Support Specialist will also focus on ensuring equal support for all counties, as well as for the demographic and economic diversity that is seen in the 11 counties served in the Southwestern Commission and Land of Sky Regional Council regions. Responsible for submitting any required reports and updates with ARC, DHT, VAYA Health and other organizations as directed. Responsible for supporting the Project Coordinator and Project Liaison in meeting the goal of WNC Recovery to Career of 200 individuals enrolled and meeting all of the goals of the project. The position will also support the Project Coordinator and Project Liaison to ensure the Advisory Council and all of the subcommittees are established and active during this project. The position will support a Collective Impact approach led by the Project Coordinator and Project Liaison to this effort. This includes convening regional leaders, businesses, and program leaders to encourage them to come together in a series of workshops that will educate the partners about substance use disorders and encourage them to participate fully in the proposed ecosystem. The INspire Peer Support Specialist will work closely with the Southwestern Workforce Development Board, Mountain Area Workforce Development Board, NCWorks Career Centers, community colleges and other educational institutions, nonprofits and others to provide effective support and services to the individuals served by this project. The INspire Peer Support Specialist will support the Project Coordinator and the Project Liaison to set up the committeesand subcommittees as required by the ARC grant application for the establishment of a Recovery to Work Ecosystem in the 11 county region. Duties and Responsibilities Essential Duties and Tasks • Provides oversight support to the Project Coordinator and Project Liaison to all operations and programs of “WNC Recovery to Career”. • In collaboration with the Project Coordinator and Project Liaison establishes, supports and provides necessary direction to the Advisory Council and subcommittees. • Provides intensive case management to participants enrolled in “WNC Recovery to Career” supporting these individuals with substance use disorders connect with employment, education, training, healthcare and other needed services. • Prepare written reports and financial reports as require

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What does the INspire Peer Support Specialist do in the WNC Recovery to Career project?

The role provides case management and peer support recovery services, guiding participants with substance use disorders across employment, education, training, healthcare, and other needed services.

Which organizations and stakeholders does the position coordinate with?

The specialist works under the INspire Project Coordinator and coordinates with ARC, DHT, VAYA Health, regional workforce boards, NCWorks Career Centers, educational institutions, nonprofits, and community leaders.

What reporting and oversight responsibilities are included?

The position submits required reports and updates, prepares written and financial reports, and performs monitoring, recommendations, and corrective actions to support accuracy and operational efficiency.

Sep 14, 2026

Uploaded by Angel