Recovery Peer Specialist: Guiding Others to Wellness

Compass Health, Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); Hybride; USD 26 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Compass Health Network in Columbia, MO is seeking a Peer Specialist for the Substance Use Recovery team. This full-time role uses lived experience to support others in recovery by sharing stories, fostering hope, and guiding toward lasting change.

You will identify strengths, help clients set recovery goals, connect to resources, and participate in wellness planning with the team. A High School diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required; state certification training is provided.

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/MCB (MO). Required only when applicable.
• A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required

Responsabilités

• 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)

Connaissances

Peer support

Communication

Empathy

Formation

High School/GED

Description du poste

Compass Health Network in Columbia, MO is seeking a Peer Specialist for the Substance Use Recovery team. This full-time role uses lived experience to support others in recovery by sharing stories, fostering hope, and guiding toward lasting change.

You will identify strengths, help clients set recovery goals, connect to resources, and participate in wellness planning with the team. A High School diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license are required; state certification training is provided.