Job Description

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Job Title: Peer Specialist

Location: Hannibal, Missouri

Department: Preferred Family Healthcare

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift: Monday - Friday

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Job Summary:

Are you a passionate and dedicated Peer Specialist looking to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? Join our team at

Preferred Family Healthcare

as a

Peer Specialist

!



As a Peer Specialist, you'll emphasize the acquisition, development, and expansion of recovery skills to enable individuals to fully engage in their recovery journey. Your interventions will be rooted in the therapeutic relationships you build with individuals and their families. You'll help clients develop essential skills, access recovery tools and community support, and motivate them to achieve and maintain recovery.



Hannibal, Missouri, is special for its historical significance as Mark Twain's boyhood home, scenic location along the Mississippi River, affordable living, and tight-knit community spirit. It offers career opportunities, including in dentistry, and a high quality of life with its blend of charm, natural beauty, and community engagement. Join us!

Position Perks & Benefits:

29 Days of PTO Eligibility for HRSA

Loan Repayment

eligibility requirements
Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more*
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees Company-paid basic life insurance Emergency Medical Leave Program Flexible Spending Accounts - healthcare and dependent child-care Health & Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Discount Program Mileage Reimbursement

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with individuals to develop personalized treatment plans Maintain communication with referral sources and guardians Participate in meetings to ensure continuity of care Research and refer individuals to outside resources Schedule treatment appointments and provide transportation Accompany clients to appointments and represent the agency professionally Support clients in accessing medical services and document services per standards Offer crisis intervention and facilitate group education sessions Pursue professional development through ongoing training Utilize peer support to foster recovery and resilience Help individuals build community connections and access recovery supports Assist individuals in accessing mental health and substance use information Support independent choices and active treatment participation Help identify strengths and resources for recovery Mentor, advocate, and coach individuals toward recovery goals Provide emotional, informational, and instructional support Encourage healthy, productive, and sober lifestyles Aid in creating personal treatment plans Adhere to ethical and confidentiality standards Show interest in company goals

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Must self-identify as a present/former client of mental health and/or substance use services OR as a person in recovery One year of direct personal experience with the mental health system High School education or equivalent Two (2) years of responsible employment history Able to complete a state-approved Certified Peer Support training program within six months of employment Completion of a 5-Day Basic Training Program and passing a State of Missouri approved certification examination within six months

Required License/Certification:

Valid driver's license

Additional Qualifications:

Ability to share personal recovery experiences while maintaining boundaries Ability to serve as a source of hope and demonstrate recovery maintenance Knowledge of case management and rehabilitation methods Familiarity with challenges faced by individuals with mental health/substance use disorders Understanding of legal requirements and treatment modalities Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to connect clients to recovery resources and mutual aid groups General computer proficiency

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.

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.


Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.