Brightli·Rolla, Missouri
Leverage personal recovery experience to inspire and motivate clients navigating behavioral health and substance use disorders. Collaborate with treatment teams to develop individualized plans and connect clients with vital community resources.
Job Title: Certified Peer Support Specialist
Location: Rolla, Missouri
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Full-time
Are you a recovering individual who wants to make a positive impact on others' lives? As a Certified Peer Support Specialist, you will have the unique opportunity to leverage your personal journey to inspire and support individuals navigating behavioral health and substance use disorders. Join our compassionate team dedicated to helping others find their path to recovery. Your ability to connect with clients due to your shared experiences, along with strong communication skills and a compassionate demeanor, will be instrumental in guiding individuals towards achieving their recovery goals. If you’re passionate about making a difference and supporting others on their journeys, we want you on our team.
In this role, you will work alongside other mental health professionals, providing vital support and guidance throughout the recovery process. Your contributions will ensure comprehensive care and support for our clients, enhancing their lives and promoting a healthier future.
Certified Peer Support Specialist, Peer Support, Behavioral Health, Substance Use Disorder, Recovery Support, Mental Health, Community Resources, Interpersonal Skills.
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.
Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Market context
In Missouri, peer specialist roles are often tied to behavioral health, recovery, and community support programs, so demand tends to follow local service expansion and staffing needs. These positions are competitive because employers look for lived experience, state-approved training, and a passing exam, along with strong communication and boundary-setting skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, then confirm your eligibility and training status before applying.