Adult Certified Peer Specialist- Mental Health

Brightli•Hannibal, MO

About The Position

Peer Support Specialist Location: Hannibal, MO Department: Adult Community Services Employment Type: Full-time Shift: Monday – Friday Job Summary: Are you passionate about empowering others and making a meaningful impact in your community? Join Centerstone as a Peer Support Specialist and help individuals thrive on their recovery journey! In this role, you’ll use your lived experience to support participants as they develop treatment plans, maintain communication with referral sources, collaborate in staffing to ensure continuity of care, provide crisis support when needed, and promote hope, recovery, and resilience every step of the way. Position Perks & Benefits: 29 Days of PTO Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment (subject to requirements) Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance & more Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match Company-paid basic life insurance Emergency Medical Leave Program Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent care Health & Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Discount Program

Requirements

Self-identify as a current or former person of mental health or substance use services OR self-identify as a person in recovery from mental health or substance use disorder
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Staff is required to successfully complete 40 hours of prescribed classroom training with two (2) weeks following employment or demonstrate that they have previously received the certification training.
Driver's License and Auto Insurance
Be at least 21 years of age
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Experience: At least 2 years of consistent work history
License: Valid driver’s license
Must be at least 21 years of age
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a team setting
Basic computer proficiency

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in behavioral health or a related field is a plus

Responsibilities

Harness the Power of Peer Support: Support, encourage, and model recovery and resilience specific to each individual's needs.
Promote Recovery and Resilience: Provide individual or group services with a rehabilitation and recovery focus.
Cultivate Coping Skills: Help individuals manage psychiatric symptoms, utilize natural supports, and enhance community living.
Foster Community and Connections: Encourage clients to connect with others and their communities.
Empower Decision-Making: Assist individuals in making independent choices and taking an active role in their treatment.
Uncover Strengths: Help individuals identify personal strengths and resources to aid in their recovery.
Set Recovery Goals: Support clients in setting and achieving their recovery goals.

Benefits

29 Days of PTO
Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment (subject to requirements)
Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance & more
Competitive 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match
Company-paid basic life insurance
Emergency Medical Leave Program
Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent care
Health & Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
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