Recovery Champion: Certified Peer Specialist

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (29 days/year)

Health, dental, vision, retirement

Telemedicine – 24/7

Employee Assistance Program

Top-notch training

Career mobility

Welcoming, supportive culture

Brightli mission alignment

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health invites applications for a Certified Peer Specialist in Springfield, MO, to provide recovery-focused support within the Recovery Services department. The role emphasizes sharing lived experience and facilitating client empowerment in the community.

The position requires Missouri Peer Specialist certification, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license. It offers full-time employment with a Monday–Friday schedule and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be a Certified Missouri Peer Specialist.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a favorable recent driving record.
• More information on obtaining certification as a Peer Specialist: https://mopeerspecialist.com

Responsibilities

• Share lived experiences of recovery to inspire and support client by relating recovery stories.
• Describe personal recovery practices and help client discover recovery practices that work for them.
• Provide support to client through validation of experiences and feelings, exploration and pursuit of community roles, conveying hope, celebrating efforts and accomplishments, and concrete assistance towards tasks and goals.
• Participate in treatment planning with the other team members and client.
• Engage clients in collaborative and caring relationship, using interpersonal skills, knowledge about recovery, and attitude consistent with recovery orientation.
• Assist clients with identifying their strengths and personal resources to aid in their recovery.
• Understand and respect personal values and culture of self and client, recognizing how they may contribute to judgement and beliefs, tailoring support to meet the uniqueness of each client’s process of recovery.
• Develop, maintain, and provide information about community resources and services.
• Accompany client to and/or attend community activities.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Missouri Peer Specialist

Job description

Burrell Behavioral Health invites applications for a Certified Peer Specialist in Springfield, MO, to provide recovery-focused support within the Recovery Services department. The role emphasizes sharing lived experience and facilitating client empowerment in the community.

The position requires Missouri Peer Specialist certification, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license. It offers full-time employment with a Monday–Friday schedule and a comprehensive benefits package.