Volunteer

Brightli • Trenton, MO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Make an Impact While Gaining Hands-On Experience Are you a student or aspiring behavioral health professional looking to gain meaningful, real-world experience? Join our Adult Recovery team as a Volunteer and support individuals on their journey toward healing and recovery. This opportunity provides hands-on exposure to behavioral health services through structured observation, participation, and guided support activities—all under the supervision of experienced professionals. As a volunteer, you’ll contribute to a supportive treatment environment while building valuable skills and insight into mental health and substance use care. What You’ll Gain Hands-on experience in a behavioral health setting Direct exposure to client care and interdisciplinary teamwork Opportunities to observe and support group programming and recovery services Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals Insight into treatment planning, case management, and program operations Flexible scheduling to fit your academic or personal commitments

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current student or interest in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field strongly preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Compassionate, dependable, and eager to learn
• Interest in behavioral health, substance use recovery, or human services
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with standard software

Responsibilities

• Maintain professionalism, ethical conduct, and client confidentiality at all times
• Observe and support daily client activities within the treatment environment
• Assist staff with group programming, including educational and recreational activities
• Help monitor client engagement and report observations to supervising staff
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, or team discussions as appropriate
• Support a safe, structured, and positive environment for clients
• Serve as a positive and respectful role model to individuals in recovery
• Assist with general program support tasks as needed

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED