Certified Peer Specialist - PT/Saturdays

Brightli•Kirksville, MO

13d

About The Position

Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Certified Peer Specialist , where your lived experience and recovery journey will empower others facing mental health and substance use challenges. In this vital role, you’ll foster hope, resilience, and recovery by building meaningful relationships and guiding individuals toward wellness. We’re seeking someone who is empathetic, communicative, and passionate about helping others. Your insights and support will help clients develop recovery skills, access resources, and build strong community connections. Why Kirksville, MO? Kirksville blends small-town charm with academic vibrancy, home to Truman State University and A.T. Still University. Enjoy a welcoming community, cultural events, outdoor recreation, and an affordable cost of living—ideal for both personal and professional growth.

Requirements

Must self-identify as a current or former recipient of mental health and/or substance use services, or as a person in recovery.
Minimum one year of direct personal experience with the mental health system.
Willingness to complete a state-approved Certified Peer Support training program within six months of hire.
Must meet standards for CPRS (Certified Peer Recovery Specialist) or CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist).
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Minimum one (1) year of sustained recovery.

Responsibilities

Build therapeutic relationships to support recovery and resilience.
Collaborate with individuals to create personalized treatment plans.
Maintain communication with referral sources, guardians, and care teams.
Assist clients in accessing medical and community-based services.
Provide transportation and accompany clients to appointments when appropriate.
Facilitate group education sessions and offer crisis intervention.
Document services in compliance with state and CARF standards.
Support clients in making independent choices and achieving recovery goals.
Encourage healthy, productive, and sober lifestyles.
Mentor, advocate, and coach individuals through their recovery journey.
Uphold ethical and confidentiality standards.
Participate in ongoing professional development and required training.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance
Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in behavioral health care
Supportive and mission-driven team environment
Mileage reimbursement ( when applicable )
Potential for career advancement within the organization
Training and development opportunities
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