Veterans Peer Specialist

CCC • Cape Girardeau, MO

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About The Position

The Veterans Peer Specialist uses lived experience to build trust and provide peer support to Veterans, Service Members, and eligible family members. The position helps participants connect with services, strengthen support systems, and work toward recovery and wellness goals. The role is based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and serves Cape, Fredericktown, Marble Hill, Perryville, and Ste. Genevieve. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; times may vary, and occasional evening or weekend work may be required. The position is non-exempt and pays $16.42–$18.82 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Veteran status and lived experience with mental health recovery, substance use recovery, military transition, or other relevant life challenges.
• Knowledge of recovery principles, trauma-informed care, and community resources.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and basic computer skills.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Valid driver's license: Class E for Missouri residents or Class D for Illinois residents; the required license must be obtained by the start date.
• Current continuous auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Peer Specialist credential, or willingness to obtain certification within the agency-required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and engage Veterans and Service Members who may need suicide prevention, behavioral health, or other support.
• Provide individual and group peer support focused on recovery, resilience, coping skills, and community connections.
• Help participants identify strengths, set goals, and build self-advocacy skills.
• Assist participants with accessing VA services, treatment, housing, employment resources, and other community supports, including warm hand-offs when appropriate.
• Provide peer support during crises or transitions while following agency safety protocols.
• Collaborate with case managers, clinicians, VA providers, and community partners to support participant goals.
• Participate in outreach events, training, and supervision.
• Maintain timely documentation, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 24 paid days off during the first year, plus a day off for the employee's birthday.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Competitive health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Retirement auto-enrollment.
• Employee referral program.
• Additional benefits; benefits may vary depending on hours worked.

What This Job Offers

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