Certified Peer Specialist

Centerstone; Missouri; On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, retirement, &

Top-notch training and development

Career mobility and advancement

Supportive work culture

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health is seeking a Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist in Steelville, Missouri. The role focuses on peer-based support, recovery-oriented engagement, and trauma-informed care to assist individuals facing mental health challenges.

You will engage clients in face-to-face and telephone interactions, share recovery experiences, validate feelings, and promote coping skills within a compassionate team. Equal opportunity employer and smoke-free workplace.

Qualifications

• Certified Missouri Peer Specialist credential required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients in collaborative, recovery-focused relationships through face-to-face and telephone interactions.
• Provide validation and support to encourage hope and recovery goals.
• Promote coping skills for managing mental health symptoms and addictions.
• Deliver person-centered treatment planning aligned with client preferences.
• Create a trauma-informed environment prioritizing safety for clients.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions; complete documentation on time.

Education

Certified Missouri Peer Specialist

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

## Certified Peer SpecialistApplylocations: Steelville, MOtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R - 25718**Job Description:****Job Title:**Certified Peer Specialist**Location:**Steelville, Missouri**Department:**Recovery Services**Employment Type:**Full-time**Job Summary:** Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist, where your lived experiences of recovery will inspire and support clients on their journey. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges. We are looking for someone who is empathetic, resilient, and passionate about helping others achieve their recovery goals. Your role will involve sharing your recovery story, providing validation, and fostering hope in a supportive environment.In this position, you will engage with clients through both face-to-face and telephone interactions, conducting assessments and providing essential support. Your ability to build trusting relationships will be key in promoting recovery and enhancing community living for those you serve.**The Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist position offers...*** **Employee Assistance Program** – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost* **Workplace Culture** - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.* **Additional Perks & Benefits** - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more**Key Responsibilities:** • Engage clients in collaborative and caring relationships, utilizing interpersonal skills and knowledge about recovery. • Provide support through validation of experiences and feelings, exploring community roles, and celebrating client accomplishments. • Promote coping skills for managing addictions and mental health symptoms while encouraging the use of natural supports. • Deliver a person-centered treatment approach, personalizing recovery goals to align with clients' hopes and preferences. • Create a trauma-informed environment that emphasizes safety and empowers clients. • Conduct face-to-face and telephone contacts with consumers from various crisis programs, establishing effective relationships. • Attend scheduled meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions. • Complete all documentation requirements by stated deadlines. • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Crisis Services or designee. • Review and follow the ACI Four Core Competencies.**Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:** • Must be a Certified Missouri Peer Specialist • High School Diploma/GED • Must have a valid driver’s license and a favorable recent driving record.Additional Qualifications: • More information on obtaining certification as a Peer Specialist: https://mopeerspecialist.com**Position Perks & Benefits:****Paid time off:** full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life**Employee benefits package:** full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**Top-notch training:** initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive**Career mobility:** advancement opportunities/promoting from within**Welcoming, warm, supportive:** a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.**Brightli is on a Mission:**A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.