Certified Peer Support Specialist
Brightli•Trenton, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
As a Peer Support Specialist you'll assist participants in crafting treatment plans, maintain open communication with referral sources, engage in staffing for seamless continuity of care, provide crisis intervention when necessary, and promote recovery and resilience. No prior experience is necessary – we provide on-the-job training!
Requirements
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Complete a state-approved training program and, if required, pass a standardized examination
- 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.
- Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Minimum one (1) year of recovery
- 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 (required)
- Be at least 21 years of age
Nice To Haves
- Within the first year of employment, receive training on: Signs and symptoms of disability related illnesses Working with families and caretaker of clients receiving services Rights, roles, and responsibilities of client and families Client self-help skills Individual treatment plans Basic principle of assessment Special needs and characteristics Philosophy of community support approach Suicide awareness/precaution Quality assurance Infection control Philosophy, values, and objectives of CPRC Behavioral management/crisis intervention Issues/involuntary hold
Responsibilities
- Support, encourage, and model recovery and resilience specific to each individual's needs.
- Provide individual or group services with a rehabilitation and recovery focus.
- Help individuals manage psychiatric symptoms, utilize natural supports, and enhance community living.
- Encourage clients to connect with others and their communities.
- Assist individuals in making independent choices and taking an active role in their treatment.
- Help individuals identify personal strengths and resources to aid in their recovery.
- 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
- Mileage Reimbursement (When applicable)
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
