Recovery Peer Specialist — Substance Use Support

Compass Health Network; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health Network seeks a Peer Specialist on our Substance Use Recovery Team to guide others on their recovery journey. You will share lived experience, provide hope, and help people access community resources.

This role centers on recovery empowerment, harm reduction, and building lasting connections. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, navigate treatment pathways, and support patients with transportation and scheduling while upholding professional boundaries and ongoing

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. Required only when applicable.

Responsibilities

• 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; driving is an essential function.
• Collect and process urine drug screens per program protocols.
• Engage in required state certification training, supervision, and certification process (if not already certified).

Skills

Peer support

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Compass Health Network seeks a Peer Specialist on our Substance Use Recovery Team to guide others on their recovery journey. You will share lived experience, provide hope, and help people access community resources.

This role centers on recovery empowerment, harm reduction, and building lasting connections. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, navigate treatment pathways, and support patients with transportation and scheduling while upholding professional boundaries and ongoing