Brightli·Phoenix, Arizona
The Certified Peer Specialist provides recovery support services by helping clients develop personalized treatment plans and access community resources. They facilitate group education, offer crisis intervention, and provide transportation to ensure continuity of care.
Job Title: Certified Peer Specialist
Location: Columbia, MO
Department: Recovery Services/Addiction
Employment Type: Full-time
The Certified Peer Specialist has the responsibility of emphasizing the acquisition, development, and expansion of recovery skills to enable individuals to fully engage in their recovery journey. The interventions they provide are based on the therapeutic relationship they build with the individual and their family. As part of the team, helps clients develop essential skills, access recovery tools and community support, and motivates them to achieve and maintain recovery.
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
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.
NOTE: This requires transportation of clients.
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.
The application and the requirements are outlined in “Illinois Model for Mental Health Certified Recovery Support Specialist” at http://www.iaodapca.org/ [http://www.iaodapca.org/].
Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) is preferred, but not required.
Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent
Must meet the standards of CPRS (Certified Peer Recovery Specialist) or CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist).
2,000 hours supervised work experience, which can include any combination of paid or volunteer work
100 hours supervision in the CRSS performance domains
100 hours training and education related to CRSS domains, professional ethics and responsibility, and other core functions
Successful completion of a written exam for CRSS.
The application and the requirements are outlined in “Missouri Peer Specialist” at https://mopeerspecialist.com/.
High School education or equivalent
Two (2) years of responsible employment history.
If required, complete a 5-Day Basic Training Program; following which, the individual must pass a State of Missouri approved certification examination within six months.
The application and the requirements are outlined in “Illinois Model for Mental Health Certified Recovery Support Specialist” at
Hold a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Documentation of completion of BHS approved Level two in-person KCPS training with a score of 80% or greater.
Be gainfully employed as a Kansas Certified Peer Specialist in Training or Kansas Certified Peer Specialist with prior certification.
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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
a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.
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.
Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Arizona often look for candidates who can connect directly with clients through lived experience and strong community-based support skills. These roles can be competitive because they may require a high school diploma, a preferred bachelor’s degree, and quick completion of Peer Support Certification, along with a valid Arizona driver’s license and fingerprint clearance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification timeline and clearance readiness before applying.
