Community Engagement Specialist/Recovery Coach

Burrell Behavioral Health•Saint Louis, MO

50d

About The Position

Are you someone who believes in the power of recovery and wants to make a lasting difference in the lives of others? Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Community Engagement Specialist/Recovery Coach. In this role, you'll use your lived experience to walk alongside individuals facing mental health or substance use challenges, providing encouragement, empathy, and real-world tools for success. You'll guide individuals in developing the skills, support networks, and confidence needed to thrive in recovery. Whether facilitating group education sessions, helping people set goals, or connecting them to local resources, you'll be a vital part of their journey. If you're passionate about hope, resilience, and the strength of the human spirit, we'd love to have you on our team. This position offers… Employee Assistance Programâ¯- 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost Mileage Reimbursement - Company paid for work functions requiring travel Employee Discounts - Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition Workplace Cultureâ¯- An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce Additional Perks & Benefitsâ¯- Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Must self-identify as a present or former client of mental health or substance use services, or be in recovery from either
Completion of a state-approved Peer Specialist training program
Must pass a standardized certification exam (if required)
Missouri applicants: Must complete the application at mopeerspecialist.com
May be required to attend a 5-day basic training program and pass the Missouri certification exam within 6 months
Must be at least 21 years of age
Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required
Must pass background check (criminal record, driving, abuse/neglect, fingerprinting)
Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 3 months of hire and upon renewal
Behavioral management training required within 30 days of employment (CPI or Verbal De-escalation depending on program)
Must be able to maintain professional boundaries while sharing personal experiences
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Familiarity with legal procedures, community resources, and recovery-focused support
Ability to complete required CPRC documentation within 30 days (if applicable)
Completion of required training in the first year, including: suicide prevention, community support philosophy, client rights, disability-related illnesses, and more

Responsibilities

Support individuals in building recovery and resilience skills tailored to their goals
Develop and assist with individualized treatment and recovery plans
Share lived experiences of recovery to provide hope and inspire change
Promote coping strategies and connect individuals to natural and community supports
Facilitate educational groups and peer support activities
Assist clients in scheduling treatments and arranging transportation when needed
Engage in regular communication with referral sources, guardians, and care teams
Participate in staffings to promote continuity of care
Make referrals for services not offered within the treatment setting
Document services according to state and CARF standards
Provide crisis intervention when necessary
Attend professional development training (minimum 36 hours every 2 years)

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programâ¯- 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
Mileage Reimbursement - Company paid for work functions requiring travel
Employee Discounts - Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
Workplace Cultureâ¯- An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
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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