Certified Peer Specialist

Livebrightli; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, retirement benefits

Career mobility opportunities

Job summary

A community mental health provider is seeking a compassionate Certified Peer Specialist to inspire recovery in clients in St. Charles and St. Louis, MO. The role involves assisting clients in developing treatment plans, facilitating group education, and providing necessary crisis intervention. Qualifications include being a self-identified former mental health client, holding a CPS certification, and having at least a high school diploma. The organization promotes a supportive work culture and offers competitive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Self identifies as a present or former client of mental health or substance use services.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Complete a state-approved training program.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants in developing treatment plans.
• Facilitate group education as scheduled.
• Document all services provided in accordance with standards.

Skills

Compassion

Peer support

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification as a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)

Job description

Certified Peer Specialist page is loaded## Certified Peer Specialistlocations: St. Peters, MOtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R - 22293**Job Description:****Job Title:** Certified Peer Specialist**Location:** St. Charles**Department:** SUD Services**Employment Type:** Full Time## ## ## **Job Summary:**We are currently hiring a compassionate and experienced **Certified Peer Specialist** to join our team in the St. Charles and St. Louis, MO areas. In this rewarding role, you will utilize your own experiences with mental health and/or substance use disorders to inspire hope and growth in others pursuing recovery. By connecting clients with valuable resources and offering guidance through peer support, you'll play a vital role in helping them navigate their journeys towards healing and independence.## ## ## **Key Responsibilities:*** Assist participants in developing treatment plans.* Complete regular communication with referral sources/guardians regarding progress, transition planning, and pertinent clinical issues and documentation.* Participate in staffing to assure continuity of care.* Make or assist in outside referral of issues not able to be addressed within the treatment milieu.* Assist in scheduling of treatment and arranging transportation.* Represent the agency in a professional manner.* May assist in the referral for medical issues of clients.* Document all services provided in accordance with appropriate state/CARF standards.* Provide crisis intervention as necessary.* Facilitate group education as scheduled.* Obtain trainings to assist in professional development meeting 36 hours every 2 years.## ## ## **Education and/or Experience Qualifications:*** Self identify as a present or former client of mental health or substance use services OR self identifies as a person in recovery from mental health or substance use disorder.* Current certification as a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)* Be at least 21 years of age* Have a high school diploma or equivalent* Complete a state approved training program and if required, pass a standardized examination* Missouri Only - Complete the application located on the following website at <* Missouri Only - If required, complete a 5-Day Basic Training Program; following which, the individual must pass a State of Missouri approved certification examination within six months.**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.Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.