Job Description:

Job Title: Certified Peer Specialist

Location: Columbia, MO

Department: Rapid Access Unit- Behavioral Crisis Center

Employment Type: Part time

** Active Certified Peer Specialist Certification required**

Job Summary:
Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Certified Peer Specialist, where you will play a vital role in empowering individuals on their recovery journey. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing mental health and substance use challenges. We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping others, possesses strong communication skills, and has a deep understanding of recovery processes. Your unique experiences and insights will inspire hope and resilience in our clients as they navigate their paths to recovery.

In this role, you will emphasize the acquisition, development, and expansion of recovery skills, enabling individuals to fully engage in their recovery journey. You will provide interventions based on the therapeutic relationships you build with clients and their families, helping them access essential resources and support.

This position offers…

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no costMileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travelEmployee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College TuitionWorkplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforceAdditional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with individuals to develop personalized treatment plans that address their specific needs.Maintain regular communication with referral sources and guardians to discuss progress, transition planning, and relevant clinical matters.Participate in meetings to ensure continuity of care for individuals.Assist in researching and referring individuals to outside resources when necessary.Schedule treatment appointments and provide transportation to and from Recovery Support Services and community-based services.Accompany clients to appointments when permitted, representing the agency professionally.Support clients in accessing medical services and document all services in accordance with state and CARF standards.Offer crisis intervention and facilitate group education sessions as scheduled.Pursue professional development through training to meet required hours every two years.Utilize peer support to foster recovery and resilience in individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.Help individuals build connections with others, their overall community, and Recovery Supports within their community.Assist individuals in accessing information and support for mental health and substance use disorders.Support individuals in making independent choices and taking an active role in their treatment.Help individuals identify their strengths and resources for recovery.Assist individuals in setting and achieving recovery goals through mentoring, advocacy, and coaching.Provide emotional, informational, and instructional support to help clients feel connected and develop recovery skills.Encourage clients to live a healthy, productive, and sober lifestyle during and after their time in the facility.Aid participants in creating personal treatment plans to actively engage in their own recovery.Adhere to ethical and confidentiality standards of the facility.Show interest in the long-term and short-term goals of the company.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

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, 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.Able to complete a state-approved Certified Peer Support training program and other required trainings within six months of employment.Exceptions to the qualifications listed may be made by the appropriate Leadership.

Additional Qualifications:

Must meet the standards of CPRS (Certified Peer Recovery Specialist) or CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist).Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.Must be 21 years of age or older.Minimum one (1) year of recovery.

Physical Requirements:

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally (exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects.Requires walking or standing to a significant degree, or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls, or requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.



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.