Senior Peer Recovery TA & Training Specialist

MoPeerSpecialist

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 34,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Missouri-Kansas City invites applications for a Peer TA Specialist with the UMKC Institute for Human Development's MACH program. The role provides technical assistance, training, and implementation support to maternal peer recovery programs across Missouri, leveraging lived experience to strengthen services for pregnant and postpartum individuals.

You will develop resources, lead Communities of Practice, mentor staff, and help ensure recovery-oriented, trauma-informed services.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
1 year of experience in a related peer support role or equivalent.
Certified Peer Support Specialist preferred or Missouri-recognized peer certification.

Responsibilities

Serve as TAC subject matter expert on peer recovery support and lived-experience engagement.
Co-facilitate Communities of Practice and peer learning collaboratives.
Identify workforce development needs and training priorities through assessments and stakeholder engagement.
Mentor peer navigation staff, supervisors, and program leaders.
Develop toolkits, resource guides, and training materials for sites and partners.
Participate in site visits and virtual consultations to provide implementation support.
Promote best practices and lessons learned across sites.
Encourage inclusive involvement of individuals with lived experience in planning and evaluation.