Lead Peer Support Specialist

Lead Peer Support Specialist

We are seeking a Peer Support Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide strategic and technical leadership for a specialized program serving recently arrived Afghan refugees. The SME will guide the development and implementation of culturally responsive, trauma-informed peer support services that promote the holistic needs of Afghan individuals and families as they continue to rebuild their lives. This role includes providing expert guidance to multidisciplinary teams—comprising Peer Support Specialists, Intake Specialists, Social Workers, and Lead Social Workers—to ensure high-quality, coordinated service delivery that promotes client stability, resilience, and long-term integration.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Lead Peer Support Specialist: $90,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Lead Peer Support Specialist Responsibilities Include:

Lead the design, refinement, and implementation of peer support interventions tailored to the program parameters and the needs of Afghan refugee communities, with sensitivity to cultural, linguistic, and historical factors.
Provide subject matter expertise and leadership to multidisciplinary teams, supporting Peer Support Specialists, Intake Specialists, Social Workers, and Lead Social Workers through training, case consultations, mentoring, and coaching.
Support proposal development, reporting, and strategic planning as a technical lead in the peer support services domain.
Develop workflows, tools, and guidelines to support seamless collaboration and role clarity across the teams.
Promote trauma-informed, strengths-based, and culturally competent practices in all aspects of service delivery.
Conduct needs assessments and gap analyses to identify evolving service priorities and support resource allocation.
Serve as a thought partner in the development of case management models that integrate behavioral health, housing support, public benefits navigation, and community connection.
Support the creation of client-centered service plans that emphasize empowerment, dignity, self-determination, and self-sufficiency.
Liaise with community members and local partners—including healthcare providers, schools, housing agencies, workforce development entities, and legal aid—to strengthen referral networks and community integration pathways.
Monitor program implementation and outcomes, offering feedback and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Lead Peer Support Specialist Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

Strong case coordination, mentorship, and problem-solving skills.
Must have 4 or more years of experience as a peer support specialist or experience in delivering or managing peer support programs.[CM1]
2 or more years working with refugee and immigrant populations.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to travel to Texas at least once per month during program period.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
Company Information:

Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Similar searchable job titles:

Social Services Subject Matter Expert
Community Support Coordinator
Refugee Employment Specialist
Immigrant Services Case Worker
Keywords:

Refugee Resettlement
Employment Services
Social Adjustment
Case Management
Bilingual (Pashto/Dari)
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