Certified Peer Specialist

4 weeks ago

Montgomery City, United States Burrell Behavioral Health Full time

Job Description:

Job Title: Certified Peer Specialist

Location: Montgomery City, Missouri

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

Join our team as a Certified Peer Specialist in Montgomery City, Missouri, and be a part of something bigger than yourself. This role will allow you to make a positive impact on the lives of those struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. We are seeking individuals with a passion for helping others, who can offer hope and encouragement to those on their path to recovery. If you have personal experience with mental health or substance use recovery, you can be the light that guides others towards healing and a brighter future.

In this role, you will work closely with individuals and their families, providing essential support and interventions built on a unique, empathetic connection. You will assist in developing treatment plans, facilitating group education, and connecting clients with community resources. Your shared lived experience will inspire and empower those on their journey to recovery, helping them recognize their resilience and capacity for positive change.

The Peer Specialist position offers…

* All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more
* Telemedicine - 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits
* Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
* Paid Time Off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
* Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement

Key Responsibilities:

* Assist in developing treatment plans and facilitating group education sessions
* Provide crisis intervention and make referrals for issues outside the treatment milieu
* Represent the agency professionally and connect clients with community resources
* Document all services provided in accordance with state/CARF standards
* Share lived experiences of recovery and model successful recovery behaviors
* Help individuals recognize their resilience and capacity for recovery
* Assist individuals in setting and achieving their recovery goals
* Other duties as assigned by the Program Director

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

* Self-identify as a present or former client of mental health or substance use services OR self-identify as a person in recovery from mental health or substance use disorder
* Be at least 21 years of age
* Have a high school diploma or equivalent
* Pass a background check or request an exception if applicable
* Complete a state-approved training program and, if required, pass a standardized examination
* Missouri residents must complete the application on the Missouri Peer Specialist website and, if necessary, a 5-Day Basic Training Program, followed by passing a state-approved certification exam within six months

Additional Qualifications:

* Successful completion of background checks, including criminal record, driving record, and abuse/neglect
* Proficient at sharing lived experiences while maintaining healthy boundaries
* Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
* Ability to connect clients with recovery resources in their communities
* First Aid and CPR certification within three months of beginning employment and upon renewal

Keywords: Peer Support, Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder, Recovery, Lived Experience, Community Resources, Group Education, Treatment Plans, Crisis Intervention

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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