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Job description
Peer Support Specialist
Location: Kirksville, MO Employment Type: Full-time Shift: Varies
Are you passionate about making a positive impact and empowering individuals on their recovery journey? Join our team at Centerstone as a Peer Support Specialist! As a Peer Support Specialist you'll assist participants in crafting treatment plans, maintain open communication with referral sources, engage in staffing for seamless continuity of care, provide crisis intervention when necessary, and promote recovery and resilience.
Position Perks & Benefits
29 Days of PTO
Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment (subject to requirements)
Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance & more
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match
Company-paid basic life insurance
Emergency Medical Leave Program
Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent care
Health & Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)
Key Responsibilities:
Harness the Power of Peer Support: Support, encourage, and model recovery and resilience specific to each individual's needs.
Promote Recovery and Resilience: Provide individual or group services with a rehabilitation and recovery focus.
Cultivate Coping Skills: Help individuals manage psychiatric symptoms, utilize natural supports, and enhance community living.
Foster Community and Connections: Encourage clients to connect with others and their communities.
Empower Decision-Making: Assist individuals in making independent choices and taking an active role in their treatment.
Uncover Strengths: Help individuals identify personal strengths and resources to aid in their recovery.
Set Recovery Goals: Support clients in setting and achieving their recovery goals.
Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
Self-identify as a current or former person of mental health or substance use services OR self-identify as a person in recovery from mental health or substance use disorder
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Complete a state-approved training program and, if required, pass a standardized examination
Required License/Certification:
Drivers License
Additional Qualifications:
Self-identify as a current or former person of mental health or substance use services OR self-identify as a person in recovery from mental health or substance use disorder
Be at least 21 years of age
Worksite address
kirksville, MO, 63501, US
Who can apply
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