Certified Peer Specialist

Brightli • St. Peters, MO

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About The Position

We are currently hiring a compassionate and experienced Certified Peer Specialist to join our team in the St. Charles and St. Louis, MO areas. In this rewarding role, you will utilize your own experiences with mental health and/or substance use disorders to inspire hope and growth in others pursuing recovery. By connecting clients with valuable resources and offering guidance through peer support, you'll play a vital role in helping them navigate their journeys towards healing and independence.

Requirements

• Self identify as a present or former client of mental health or substance use services OR self identifies as a person in recovery from mental health or substance use disorder.
• Current certification as a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Complete a state approved training program and if required, pass a standardized examination
• Missouri Only - Complete the application located on the following website at Missouri Only - If required, complete a 5-Day Basic Training Program; following which, the individual must pass a State of Missouri approved certification examination within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants in developing treatment plans.
• Complete regular communication with referral sources/guardians regarding progress, transition planning, and pertinent clinical issues and documentation.
• Participate in staffing to assure continuity of care.
• Make or assist in outside referral of issues not able to be addressed within the treatment milieu.
• Assist in scheduling of treatment and arranging transportation.
• Represent the agency in a professional manner.
• May assist in the referral for medical issues of clients.
• Document all services provided in accordance with appropriate state/CARF standards.
• Provide crisis intervention as necessary.
• Facilitate group education as scheduled.
• Obtain trainings to assist in professional development meeting 36 hours every 2 years.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees