School-Based Peer Recovery Coach

Chestnut Health Systems Inc; Hillsboro (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Chestnut Health Systems Inc in Hillsboro, Missouri is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist to support individuals through their recovery journey using lived experience. You will engage pre-, during, and post-treatment, assist families, link to services and resources, and advocate for access to care in a school-based setting under ROSC and TIC principles.

This is a grant-funded position with starting pay of $19–$20 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years in recovery or a combination of experience and education totaling 5 years.
• Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) or preference for crisis intervention training.
• Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, and insurability.
• Basic computer skills: MS Word, email, and electronic medical record (EMR) usage.

Responsibilities

• Engage individuals in recovery through shared lived experience and peer support.
• Assist in linking individuals to treatment services, recovery supports, and community resources.
• Encourage participation in sobriety-based and pro-social activities.
• Provide support to individuals and families throughout the recovery process.
• Assist with service coordination and maintain accurate documentation in EMR systems.
• Advocate for individuals to ensure access to services and support systems.
• Promote positive interactions within Chestnut and the broader community.

Skills

Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Five years in recovery or a combination of experience and education totaling 5 years

Tools

MS Word

Email

EMR usage

Job description

Chestnut Health Systems Inc in Hillsboro, Missouri is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist to support individuals through their recovery journey using lived experience. You will engage pre-, during, and post-treatment, assist families, link to services and resources, and advocate for access to care in a school-based setting under ROSC and TIC principles.

This is a grant-funded position with starting pay of $19–$20 per hour.