Peer Specialist at Preferred Family Healthcare

Job Description:

Job Title: Peer Specialist
Location: Hannibal, MO
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Monday – Friday
 

Job Summary:

Are you a compassionate individual in recovery who is passionate about helping others on their journey to wellness? Join Preferred Family Healthcare as a Peer Specialist!
 

As a Peer Specialist, you’ll empower others by sharing recovery tools, encouraging healthy choices, and helping individuals access community supports. You’ll serve as a role model and advocate, supporting clients through one-on-one engagement, education, and mentorship. Our ideal candidate is empathetic, self-aware, and enthusiastic about helping others thrive in recovery.
 

Hannibal offers a small-town charm with strong community values, scenic riverfront beauty, and access to supportive health resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your story and impact.
 

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 29 Days of PTO

• 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 employee

• 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 and implement personalized treatment and recovery plans

• Utilize peer support to foster recovery and resilience in those with mental health and/or substance use disorders

• Facilitate access to community-based services, including transportation and appointment accompaniment

• Provide crisis support and facilitate group education sessions

• Document services in accordance with state and CARF standards

• Assist individuals in accessing recovery tools and building community support systems

• Encourage individuals to pursue independent living, healthy decision-making, and long-term recovery

• Advocate for and mentor individuals as they pursue recovery goals

• Maintain communication with referral sources, treatment teams, and guardians as appropriate

• Adhere to professional boundaries, ethical standards, and confidentiality regulations

• Participate in required training to meet state certification and continuing education standards
   

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of direct, personal experience with the mental health system as a primary consumer of services

• Must be willing to self-identify as a current or former recipient of mental health and/or substance use services

• Must be able to complete a state-approved Certified Peer Specialist training and pass certification within six months of employment

• Two (2) years of responsible employment history preferred

• Participation in a 12-step program and ability to provide evidence of a sponsor (if applicable)

• General knowledge of computer use
   

Required License/Certification:

• Must complete a Missouri state-approved Certified Peer Specialist training program

• Certification must be achieved within six (6) months of employment

• More information can be found at https://mopeerspecialist.com
   

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to share personal recovery experiences in a way that supports and motivates others

• Strong understanding of mental health and substance use challenges and available resources

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Knowledge of case management and community rehabilitation principles

• Familiarity with recovery communities and mutual aid groups
   

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.