Recovery-Driven Peer Support Specialist

Brightli; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Workplace Culture

Additional Perks & Benefits

Job summary

Brightli seeks a dedicated Peer Support Specialist in Poplar Bluff, MO to help individuals navigate mental health and substance use recovery. You will use lived experience to inspire hope, build connections, and support personal growth within a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes empathy, resilience, and teamwork, with responsibilities including recovery-planning, educational groups, and coordinating services to improve community integration.

Qualifications

• Empathy and active listening to support individuals in recovery.
• Clear, compassionate communication with clients and families.
• Ability to collaborate with treatment teams and other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in developing and achieving personalized recovery goals.
• Facilitate peer support services and recovery-focused activities.
• Share lived recovery experience to inspire hope and model recovery behaviors.
• Assist individuals in identifying strengths and connecting with community resources.
• Coordinate scheduling, appointments, and transportation as needed.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with state regulations and CARF standards.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Recovery-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brightli seeks a dedicated Peer Support Specialist in Poplar Bluff, MO to help individuals navigate mental health and substance use recovery. You will use lived experience to inspire hope, build connections, and support personal growth within a collaborative team.

The role emphasizes empathy, resilience, and teamwork, with responsibilities including recovery-planning, educational groups, and coordinating services to improve community integration.