Certified Peer Specialist - Behavioral Crisis Center Sat. Day (Columbia)

Job Description:

Job Title: Certified Peer Specialist

Location: Columbia, MO

Department: Rapid Access Unit- Behavioral Crisis Center

Employment Type: Part-Time, Saturday 7a-7:30p

** 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 cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional 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:

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