Peer Support Specialist

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Paid leave and holidays

Retirement options

Tuition assistance

Discounts on cell plans, cars, gyms, &

Job summary

University of Missouri Health Care is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to assist individuals on their recovery journey. The role focuses on mentoring, advocacy, and providing guidance for mental health and addiction challenges within a collaborative care team.

The position emphasizes empowering clients, improving wellness, and supporting sustained recovery in a dynamic on-site healthcare setting at University Hospital in Columbia, MO.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CPS course by the Missouri Credentialing Board within six months as a condition of continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring, advocacy, and problem-solving support to clients.
• Assist in the coordination of community resources.
• Assist clients in the creation of personal goals and action plans.
• Assist clients in the employment search and in maintaining employment.
• Partner with the client's treatment team to maximize recovery and wellness.
• Conduct periodic client check-ins and provide ongoing guidance and support.
• May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

Skills

Mentoring

Advocacy

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) within 6 months

Job description

Shift:Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Work Arrangement:On-Site
Department: Care Management
Facility: University Hospital – 1 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO
Compensation:

$16.68 - $26.31 per hour

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Peer Support Specialist to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey. We seek candidates with a genuine passion for mentoring, advocacy, and providing guidance to those facing mental health, addiction, or substance use challenges. The ideal candidate thrives in a supportive environment, excels at building connections, and brings empathy, resourcefulness, and a collaborative spirit to every interaction. This role offers the opportunity to partner closely with clients and care teams to empower personal growth, wellness, and lasting recovery. If you’re motivated by purpose and eager to make a difference in a dynamic healthcare setting, this role is your chance to shine.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes’ Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that’s largely a result of the incredible culture and team we’ve built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to seven hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

Learn more about MU Health Care.

Learn more about living in mid-Missouri.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8%and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
• See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide mentoring, advocacy, and problem-solving support to clients.
• Assist in the coordination of community resources.
• Assist clients in the creation of personal goals and action plans.
• Assist clients in the employment search and in maintaining employment.
• Partner with the client's treatment team to maximize recovery and wellness.
• Conduct periodic client check-ins and provide ongoing guidance and support.
• May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.
• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) course by the Missouri Credentialing Board (MCB) within six (6) months as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.