Peer Specialist

6 days ago


Kansas City, Missouri, United States ReDiscover Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Peer Specialist to join our team at ReDiscover. As a Peer Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health diagnoses and/or substance use disorders.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support and Guidance: Provide emotional support and guidance to clients, utilizing your personal experiences to build rapport and engage in services.
  • Linkage and Referral: Connect clients with support groups, community resources, and other services that align with their recovery goals.
  • Treatment Planning: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and modify individual client treatment plans.
  • Education and Support Groups: Participate in and/or facilitate mutual support and education groups within specific ReDiscover programs.
  • Transportation and Outreach: Assist with client transportation and engage in non-traditional outreach methods to connect with clients.
  • Confidentiality and Documentation: Safeguard Protected Health Information and maintain confidentiality, providing written documentation as needed.
Requirements
  • Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Experience: Must have life experiences with mental illness/substance use disorders and have received services.
  • Certification: Must have successfully completed the Peer Specialist training through the Missouri Credentialing Board (MCB) and passed the certification exam.
  • Skills: Excellent customer service skills, strong written and oral communication skills, and intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word, Excel, and GSuite.
About ReDiscover

ReDiscover is a non-profit community mental health center dedicated to delivering efficient and cost-effective treatment for individuals affected by mental illness or substance use. Our team is passionate about supporting our community and providing career opportunities for individuals who want to make a difference.



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