Peer Specialist - Substance Use Recovery

Compass Health Network; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health Network seeks a Peer Specialist on our Substance Use Recovery Team to guide others on their recovery journey. You will share lived experience, provide hope, and help people access community resources.

This role centers on recovery empowerment, harm reduction, and building lasting connections. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, navigate treatment pathways, and support patients with transportation and scheduling while upholding professional boundaries and ongoing

Qualifications

• Must self-identify as a current or former consumer of behavioral health, substance use, or co-occurring disorder services.
• Must complete a state-approved training program, pass a standardized examination, complete certification process within 60 days of hire date, and maintain ongoing certification as a Certified Peer Specialist through the MO MO. Required only when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Share your recovery story and model healthy coping and decision-making.
• Help individuals identify strengths and build their personal recovery goals.
• Provide encouragement, accountability, and connection to community resources.
• Support individuals in navigating treatment and building natural support networks.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to collaborative wellness planning.
• Assist with transportation to appointments or services; driving is an essential function.
• Collect and process urine drug screens per program protocols.
• Engage in required state certification training, supervision, and certification process (if not already certified).

Skills

Peer support

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Use Your Recovery Journey to Guide Others as a Peer Specialist – Substance Use Recovery Team

Schedule: M-F, 8:00-4:30pm

Your experience matters — and your recovery story can be a lifeline for someone else. As a Peer Specialist on our Substance Use Recovery team, you’ll provide hope, support, and real-world guidance to individuals working to overcome substance use challenges. By sharing your lived experience and walking alongside others on their recovery path, you’ll help build trust, encourage healing, and support lasting change.

This Is a Great Opportunity For Someone Who

Is in recovery from substance use or a behavioral health diagnosis and wants to make a powerful impact by supporting others through similar experiences.

If you’re passionate about peer support, harm reduction, and empowering people to build lives they’re proud of, this role offers purpose, connection, and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Share your recovery story and model healthy coping and decision-making
• Help individuals identify strengths and build their personal recovery goals
• Provide encouragement, accountability, and connection to community resources
• Support individuals in navigating treatment and building natural support networks
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to collaborative wellness planning
• Assist with transportation to appointments or services, as clinically indicated; driving is an essential function of this position.
• Collect and process urine drug screens per program protocols
• Engage in required state certification training, supervision, and certification process (if not already certified)

Requirements, Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

• High School/GED required

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Must self-identify as a current or former consumer of behavioral health, substance use, or co-occurring disorder services
• Must complete a state-approved training program, pass a standardized examination, complete certification process within 60 days of hire date, and maintain ongoing certification as a Certified Peer Specialist through the MCB (MO). Required only when applicable.
• A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required

You’ll Be A Great Fit for This Role if You:

• Are in active recovery and want to help others find hope and healing
• Believe in multiple pathways to recovery and the power of peer support
• Are comfortable discussing personal experiences to support others’ growth
• Communicate openly and respectfully with individuals navigating substance use challenges
• Are dependable, grounded, and able to maintain professional boundaries
• Are committed to ongoing growth, learning, and collaboration

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