Job Description:
Peer Support Recovery SpecialistLocation: Trenton, MO
Department: CB Adult Community Services
Employment Type: Full-time
Shift: Varies
Job Summary:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact and empowering individuals on their recovery journey? Join our team at Centerstone as a Peer Support Specialist!
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!
Position Perks & 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)
Key Responsibilities:
Harness the Power of Peer Support: Support, encourage, and model recovery and resilience specific to each individual's needs.
Promote Recovery and Resilience: Provide individual or group services with a rehabilitation and recovery focus.
Cultivate Coping Skills: Help individuals manage psychiatric symptoms, utilize natural supports, and enhance community living.
Foster Community and Connections: Encourage clients to connect with others and their communities.
Empower Decision-Making: Assist individuals in making independent choices and taking an active role in their treatment.
Uncover Strengths: Help individuals identify personal strengths and resources to aid in their recovery.
Set Recovery Goals: Support clients in setting and achieving their recovery goals.
Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
- High School education or equivalent
- Two (2) years of responsible employment history.
Employment Requirements:
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Must have current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.
- Must be willing to self-identify as a present or former client of mental health and/or substance use services OR self identifies as a person in recovery from mental health and/or substance use disorder. If asked, must be willing to present evidence of a sponsor and participation in a 12-step program.
- Requires one year of direct and personal experience with the mental health system as a primary consumer of services and a minimum one (1) year in active recovery.
- Have current certification OR have the willingness and ability to complete a state-approved Certified Peer Support training program and other required trainings within six months of employment. The application and the requirements are outlined in “Missouri Peer Specialist” at https://mopeerspecialist.com/.
- Exceptions to the qualifications listed above may be made by the appropriate Leadership.
Position Perks & 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.
Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two years of responsible employment history
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
- Willingness to self-identify as a present or former client of mental health/substance use services or as a person in recovery
- One year direct/personal experience as a primary consumer of the mental health system and minimum one year in active recovery
- Current peer support certification or willingness/ability to complete a state-approved Certified Peer Support training and required trainings within six months
What We Do
Brightli, Inc. is a non-profit behavioral health and addiction treatment provider that operates as a parent company for several organizations, including Burrell Behavioral Health. Its mission is to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, and increase access to mental health and substance use care in the communities it serves across the Midwest.
