Recovery-Focused Peer Support Specialist

ReDiscover; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ReDiscover is a nonprofit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, dedicated to helping people affected by mental illness or substance use find hope and healing. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will share lived experience to build rapport, connect clients with groups and resources, and work within an interdisciplinary team to tailor treatment plans for recovery.

The role requires a high school diploma, Missouri Peer Specialist training, and commitment to

Qualifications

• Strong customer service orientation with a recovery focus.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication.
• Basic computer skills including typing, Word, Excel and GSuite.

Responsibilities

• Share lived experience of resilience to support individuals with mental health or substance use disorders.
• Link clients with support groups and community resources to aid recovery goals.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to tailor individual treatment plans.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ReDiscover is a nonprofit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, dedicated to helping people affected by mental illness or substance use find hope and healing. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will share lived experience to build rapport, connect clients with groups and resources, and work within an interdisciplinary team to tailor treatment plans for recovery.

The role requires a high school diploma, Missouri Peer Specialist training, and commitment to