Lead Peer Support Specialist

Archdiocese of St. Louis•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

Catholic Charities of St. Louis, Queen of Peace Center, is hiring a Lead Peer Support Specialist for its CCP program. The role is part of a community collaboration with the Department of Mental Health and other City of St. Louis agencies, conducting field outreach to communities affected by disasters, most recently the May 2025 tornado. The specialist represents the agency’s efforts and outcomes in weekly meetings, provides community-based services, completes data-entry requirements, and works directly with the Senior Director on service-line tasks and responsibilities. This is a full-time, grant-funded temporary position ending in February 2027. The short-term assignment offers an opportunity to gain experience, develop skills, and contribute to the organization’s mission. Continued employment after the temporary assignment is not guaranteed. Starting pay is $21 per hour.

Requirements

Missouri Peer Specialist certification at the time of hire.
Bachelor’s degree.
Previous lived experience with mental health or substance use and at least two full years in recovery.
Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and motor vehicle insurance.
Ability to pass a drug screen and background check or request an exception to the findings.
At least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

Direct the daily work of the Crisis Counselors on the agency team.
Model and mentor Crisis Counselors in working with people in need or in crisis.
Update the Program Manager on essential program activities.
Oversee and approve data forms entered into the system.
Collaborate with local leaders and stakeholders, including fire and police departments, city and county government, elected officials, and the business community.
Work with non-government entities, including local Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD), Long Term Recovery Committees (LTRC), Community Organizations Active in Disasters (COAD), and Case Managers.
Direct and guide Crisis Counselors’ activities in the field.
Represent agency efforts and outcomes in weekly meetings.
Provide service delivery in the community.
Complete data-entry requirements.
Work directly with the Senior Director to manage service-line-specific tasks and responsibilities.