The Certified Peer Specialist will empower individuals in recovery by focusing on skill acquisition and development, collaborating on personalized treatment plans, and providing emotional and instructional support. Key duties include maintaining communication with referral sources, assisting clients with accessing resources, and facilitating group education sessions.
Requirements summary
Applicants must self-identify as a present or former client of mental health and/or substance use services, possessing at least one year of direct personal experience as a primary consumer of services. Additional requirements include being 21 or older, having a minimum of one year of recovery, possessing a valid driver's license, and completing state-approved Peer Support training within six months.
Job Title: Certified Peer Specialist Location: Springfield, Missouri Department: Recovery Services Employment Type: Full-time Shift: 1pm-9pm Wednesday-Sunday Job Summary: As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will play a vital role in empowering individuals on their recovery journey by emphasizing the acquisition, development, and expansion of recovery skills. Join our compassionate and collaborative team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Your unique experiences and insights will help clients build essential skills, access recovery tools, and connect with community support. We are looking for individuals who are motivated, empathetic, and passionate about helping others achieve and maintain their recovery goals. In this role, you will work closely with clients and their families, providing support and guidance as they navigate their recovery process. Your ability to foster a therapeutic relationship will be key in helping individuals feel connected and engaged in their treatment. This position offers…
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with individuals to develop personalized treatment plans that address their specific needs.
Maintain regular communication with referral sources and guardians to discuss progress, transition planning, and relevant clinical matters.
Participate in meetings to ensure continuity of care for individuals.
Assist in researching and referring individuals to outside resources when necessary.
Schedule treatment appointments and provide transportation to and from Recovery Support Services and community-based services.
Accompany clients to appointments when permitted, representing the agency professionally.
Support clients in accessing medical services and document all services in accordance with state and CARF standards.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Mileage Reimbursement
Retirement
Offer crisis intervention and facilitate group education sessions as scheduled.
Pursue professional development through training to meet required hours every two years.
Utilize peer support to foster recovery and resilience in individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
Help individuals build connections with others, their overall community, and Recovery Supports within their community.
Assist individuals in accessing information and support for mental health and substance use disorders.
Support individuals in making independent choices and taking an active role in their treatment.
Help individuals identify their strengths and resources for recovery.
Assist individuals in setting and achieving recovery goals through mentoring, advocacy, and coaching.
Provide emotional, informational, and instructional support to help clients feel connected and develop recovery skills.
Encourage clients to live a healthy, productive, and sober lifestyle during and after their time in the facility.
Aid participants in creating personal treatment plans to actively engage in their own recovery.
Adhere to ethical and confidentiality standards of the facility.
Show interest in the long-term and short-term goals of the company. Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:
Must be willing to self-identify as a present or former client of mental health and/or substance use services OR self-identifies as a person in recovery from mental health and/or substance use disorder. If asked, present evidence of a sponsor and participation in a 12-step program.
Requires one year of direct and personal experience with the mental health system as a primary consumer of services.
Able to complete a state-approved Certified Peer Support training program and other required trainings within six months of employment.
Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Leadership. Additional Qualifications:
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Minimum one (1) year of recovery.
Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.
Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.
All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
Within the first year of employment, receive training on: - Signs and symptoms of disability-related illnesses - Working with families and caretakers of clients receiving services - Rights, roles, and responsibilities of clients and families - Client self-help skills - Individual treatment plans - Basic principles of assessment - Special needs and characteristics - Philosophy of community support approach - Suicide awareness/precaution - Quality Physical Requirements:
Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally (exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects.
Requires walking or standing to a significant degree, or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls, or requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness
Brightli is on a
Mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
About
Brightli
Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come. Brightli Snapshot 200 locations 4 states 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates 5k+ employees
