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Always A Way LLC

Peer Support Specialist

Boise, ID · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Familiarity with mental health counseling approaches, addiction counseling strategies, and social ... peer support! This role offers a dynamic environment where your lived experience fuels hope ...

Citizen Advocates LLC

PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Malone, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

Recovery education and counseling for individuals and their family members. * One to one peer support. Person centered goal planning that incorporates life areas such as community connectedness ...

Citizen Advocates LLC

PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Malone, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

Recovery education and counseling for individuals and their family members. * One to one peer support. Person centered goal planning that incorporates life areas such as community connectedness ...

Citizen Advocates, Inc.

PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Malone, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

Recovery education and counseling for individuals and their family members. * One to one peer support. Person centered goal planning that incorporates life areas such as community connectedness ...

Citizen Advocates, Inc.

PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Malone, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $20.50/hr

Recovery education and counseling for individuals and their family members. * One to one peer support. Person centered goal planning that incorporates life areas such as community connectedness ...

mylcs

Peer Support Specialist/Counselor - WISe

Spokane, WA

$17.75 - $22.75/hr

The WISe Peer Resource and Support Specialist will maintain the integrity of the Wraparound process. Peer counselors have lived experience in systems that service children, youth and families. A Peer ...

Brightli

Peer Support

Poplar Bluff, MO · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation ... Facilitate individual and group peer support to promote recovery skills, resilience, and community ...

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How much do peer support counselor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for peer support counselor in the United States is $20.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a peer support counselor?

Peer Support Counselors are individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges or substance use recovery who are trained to support others facing similar issues. They use their personal experiences to provide empathy, guidance, and encouragement, helping individuals navigate recovery and access resources. Peer Support Counselors often work in mental health organizations, hospitals, or community settings, and their role is to foster hope, resilience, and self-advocacy in those they support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a peer support counselor?

To thrive as a Peer Support Counselor, you need lived experience with mental health or substance use challenges, strong active listening skills, and typically a Peer Support Specialist certification. Familiarity with case management systems, documentation tools, and recovery-oriented resources is valuable. Empathy, nonjudgmental attitude, and effective communication are essential soft skills that foster trust and connection. These skills ensure counselors can authentically support clients, model recovery, and collaborate effectively within mental health teams.

What are some typical challenges peer support counselors face when supporting clients, and how can they be addressed?

Peer Support Counselors often encounter challenges such as establishing trust with clients, managing emotional boundaries, and navigating situations where clients are in crisis. Building trust takes time and requires consistent, empathetic communication. Maintaining healthy boundaries is essential to avoid burnout, and most organizations provide supervision or peer support groups to help counselors process their experiences. Additionally, Peer Support Counselors are trained to recognize when a client needs more specialized help and know how to refer them appropriately, ensuring safety for both the client and themselves.

What is the difference between Peer Support Counselor vs Mental Health Technician?

AspectPeer Support CounselorMental Health Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; peer support certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; state-specific certification may be required
Work EnvironmentCommunity settings, mental health clinics, peer support groupsHospitals, psychiatric facilities, residential treatment centers
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofit organizations, mental health agencies, community programsHospitals, mental health facilities, inpatient units

Both roles support individuals with mental health challenges, but Peer Support Counselors focus on peer-led support and shared experiences, while Mental Health Technicians provide clinical assistance under supervision. The roles often overlap in settings and credentials, but differ in scope and approach.

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Infographic showing various Peer Support Counselor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,899 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) Peer Support Specialist

Forsyth County, NC

Winston Salem, NC • On-site

$37K - $42K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Salary : $37,107.20 - $42,673.28 Annually
Location : EMS, 911 East Fifth Street, Winston-Salem, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 07878
Department: Behavioral Health Services
Opening Date: 06/02/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
General Statement of Duties
The Forsyth County Department of Behavioral Health Services is seeking to hire a Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) Peer Support Specialist. In the role of a peer support professional, you will have the opportunity to connect with clients who are experiencing crises that involve both behavioral health and substance abuse issues. You will work as a connector for these clients and help advocate for them to receive services and supports that specifically address any unmet needs they may have. You will work closely with our EMT and Paramedic staff to build a plan of success and care for these clients that address their medical, social and behavioral health needs in order to reduce their use of emergency services and improve their overall quality of life.
Distinguishing Features
The Peer Support Specialist position functions as a role model to program participants by exhibiting competency in personal recovery and provide support throughout the recovery process.
The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Ability to deal tactfully and empathetically with others and to exercise good judgement in appraising situations and making decisions.
  • Knowledge of specialized population to which the employee is assigned.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Thorough knowledge of public and private community resources to assist participants with appropriate referrals.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, participants, their families, EMS staff, Fire staff, stakeholders, and the general public.

Minimum Education and Experience
High school Diploma, GED, or an Associate's degree with three to five years experience as a peer support counselor. Peer Support Specialist certification required.
Experience as a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) trainer preferred but not required.
Valid NC driver's license required,
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
  • Interacts daily with clients through community field work, office, and telephone communications.
  • Assists with reviewing and developing MIH peer support process including the program screening tools and transition plans.
  • Networks & collaborates with community agencies to schedule patients' appointments. Assists the MIH Coordinator with administrative duties, including collecting data from patients to establish program performance outcomes.
  • Entering data into data management tool.
  • Providing one-on-one peer support to patients and understand the service needs of program participants for referral to community agencies.
  • Assist in developing care plans and supports patients' follow-through to meet plan goals and target dates.
  • Provide Program Supervisor with progress reports on patients' compliance or non-compliance with treatment.
  • Assist MIH Manager with monthly meetings by providing information on patient care, discussing care plans, building resources and educational materials, etc.
  • Participate in ongoing and related trainings as assigned.
OVERALL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Light - Lifting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree. PRIMARY WORK LOCATION: Office and field environment
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Please select your highest level of completed education.
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What best describes your years of work experience in Peer Support Services?
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Are you currently a certified peer support specialist?
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If you answered yes to the previous question, list the names of any certifications you hold.
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Are you trained to facilitate Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training?
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How many years of experience do you have with administrative work?
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How many years of experience do you have working in case management?
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Do you have experience working with the criminal justice system?
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Do you have experience working with mental health systems?
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How many years of experience do you have working with mental health and justice system agencies?
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How many years of experience do you have working with clients who are experiencing crisis that involve both behavioral health and substance abuse issues.
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Please select the populations below with whom you have worked. Select all that apply.
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  • Substance abuse populations
  • Incarcerated populations
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Are you bilingual in English/Spanish?
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