Certified Peer Specialist

Brightli • Columbia, MO

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About The Position

The Certified Peer Specialist uses lived experience to inspire hope and help individuals achieve meaningful recovery goals. The role supports clients receiving substance use, mental health, and Emergency Room Engagement services by providing practical guidance, encouragement, advocacy, and connections to resources. The specialist builds recovery-focused relationships that foster self-advocacy, independence, and community involvement, and collaborates with team members to support continuity of care.

This is a full-time position in the Adult Services department in Columbia, Missouri. The organization describes its workplace as compassionate, collaborative, and focused on empowering clients and strengthening communities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Certified Peer Specialist certification.
• Valid driver’s license and a favorable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Empower clients to identify and pursue personal goals related to recovery, wellness, and community involvement.
• Use relevant lived experience to provide peer-based support, encouragement, and practical insight.
• Assist individuals receiving substance use, mental health, and Emergency Room Engagement services.
• Build supportive, recovery-focused relationships that promote hope, self-advocacy, and independence.
• Offer peer consultation and assistance based on each client’s strengths, needs, and goals.
• Connect clients with appropriate resources and collaborate with team members to support continuity of care.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 counseling, legal assistance, and financial consultation for the employee and household at no cost.
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
• Employee discounts on hotels, theme parks, attractions, and college tuition.
• Paid time off package for full-time employees.
• Health, dental, vision, retirement, and life benefits, among others, for full-time employees.
• Initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive training.
• Advancement opportunities and promotion from within.
• Supportive workplace culture that promotes employee well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED