Certified Peer Specialist (Community Based Recovery Support)

Brightli•Moberly, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will use your lived experience to support individuals on their recovery journey. This role centers on connection, hope, and empowerment—meeting people where they are and helping them move forward with confidence and purpose in community‑based settings. You will join a compassionate, collaborative team that values recovery, dignity, and the power of shared experience. For individuals who are not yet certified but are committed to becoming a CPS, we offer a PSR Specialist pathway to support professional growth while certification is obtained.

Requirements

Self-identify as a current or former recipient of mental health and/or substance use services, or as a person in recovery
Minimum of one (1) year of lived recovery experience
Believe in recovery, personal choice, and the value of lived experience
Communicate effectively and build trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Dependable, compassionate, and comfortable working in community‑based environments
Work well independently while collaborating as part of a multidisciplinary team
Active Missouri Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification required prior to hire
Meet standards for Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS)
Minimum one (1) year of recovery
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
Must be 21 years of age or older
Commitment to obtaining CPS certification
High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of two (2) years of responsible employment history
Valid Driver’s License in the state of residency with an acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

Use lived experience to build trusting, recovery‑focused relationships with individuals and families
Promote hope, resilience, and self‑advocacy through peer support
Assist individuals in identifying strengths, setting recovery goals, and accessing supports
Help individuals build meaningful connections within their communities and recovery networks
Connect individuals to community resources, recovery services, and medical care
Coordinate care with referral sources, guardians, and interdisciplinary treatment teams
Provide transportation to and from recovery support services and community‑based appointments as needed
Accompany individuals to appointments when appropriate, representing the agency professionally
Facilitate group education sessions and provide crisis support when scheduled
Document services in compliance with state regulations and CARF standards
Participate in team meetings and ongoing professional development to maintain certification
Support individuals through structured psychosocial rehabilitation services
Assist with skill‑building, education, and recovery‑oriented group activities
Serve as a positive role model and advocate for individuals receiving services
Support implementation of treatment plans under clinical supervision
Participate in program activities that promote engagement, independence, and recovery
Gain hands‑on experience in Adult Community Services while completing CPS certification
Transition to the Certified Peer Specialist role may occur upon successful completion of CPS certification and meeting all program requirements.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 24/7 counseling, legal assistance, and financial consultation for you and your household
Mileage Reimbursement – Company‑paid travel for work‑related duties
Employee Discounts – Hotels, attractions, and college tuition programs
Supportive Workplace Culture – Recovery‑oriented, collaborative, and people‑first
Comprehensive Benefits & PTO – Details shared during the hiring process
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.