Substance Use Recovery Peer Specialist — Empower Others

Compass Health Network; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Health Network in Wentzville, MO seeks a Peer Specialist for the Substance Use Recovery team. You will share your recovery journey to support others, model healthy coping, and help clients set personal recovery goals while connecting them to community resources.

The role requires active involvement in team meetings, coordination of transportation to appointments, and completion of state certification training as needed. This position is full-time and onsite.

Qualifications

• Must self-identify as a current or former consumer of behavioral health or substance use services.
• State certification training and ongoing certification required (if applicable).
• Valid driver license with agency minimum automobile coverage.

Responsibilities

• Share your recovery story to 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 wellness planning.

Skills

Peer support

Recovery experience

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Compass Health Network in Wentzville, MO seeks a Peer Specialist for the Substance Use Recovery team. You will share your recovery journey to support others, model healthy coping, and help clients set personal recovery goals while connecting them to community resources.

The role requires active involvement in team meetings, coordination of transportation to appointments, and completion of state certification training as needed. This position is full-time and onsite.