St. Louis, MO, USA
2 days ago
Community Engagement Specialist/Recovery Coach

Job Description:

Job Title: Peer Specialist/Recovery Coach

Location: Saint Louis, MO

Department: Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

The Peer Specialist is responsible for supporting individuals in their recovery journey by emphasizing the acquisition and development of skills needed for successful recovery. This role involves fostering therapeutic relationships with individuals and their families, sharing lived experiences, and providing peer support to encourage engagement and progress in treatment. Peer Specialists are integral to helping clients set and achieve recovery goals, access resources, and develop a supportive network within their community.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and more.

Generous Paid Time Off: [Insert number] days annually, including vacation and holiday pay.

Training & Development: Ongoing professional development opportunities, including required certifications.

Supportive Work Environment: A welcoming, inclusive culture focused on staff well-being.

Employee Recognition: Regular recognition for contributions to the team and individuals served.

Key Responsibilities:

Recovery Support: Assist individuals in developing treatment plans and recovery goals based on their specific needs and aspirations.

Collaboration: Maintain regular communication with referral sources, guardians, and other professionals regarding participant progress, treatment planning, and clinical updates.

Referral Assistance: Make referrals to outside resources when needed, ensuring clients receive the full support necessary for their recovery.

Scheduling & Transportation: Help clients schedule treatment appointments and provide transportation to and from services as needed.

Professional Representation: Represent the agency in a professional manner during interactions with clients, family members, and external agencies.

Medical Referrals: Assist in referring clients to medical professionals for issues outside the scope of mental health or substance use treatment.

Documentation: Accurately document all peer support services in accordance with state and CARF standards.

Crisis Intervention: Provide crisis intervention as needed to support clients in moments of distress.

Group Education: Facilitate group education sessions as scheduled, focusing on recovery skills and mental health support.

Professional Development: Complete 36 hours of training every two years to maintain certification and enhance professional knowledge.

Peer Support Activities:

Use lived experience to encourage, model, and support recovery and resilience.

Assist individuals in recognizing their capacity for resilience and strength.

Help individuals connect with others in their recovery community, fostering social support.

Promote the use of recovery tools, self-help strategies, and community resources.

Encourage individuals to take an active role in their treatment, empowering them to make informed decisions.

Support individuals in identifying their personal strengths and resources that aid in their recovery.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Case Management Knowledge: Basic understanding of case management methods, principles, and techniques as they relate to mental health and substance use disorder treatment.

Community Resources: Knowledge of the challenges faced by individuals with mental health or substance use disorders and awareness of community resources available to support them.

Treatment Methods: Familiarity with treatment modalities and legal requirements related to mental health and substance use disorder care.

Peer Support Skills: Ability to share lived experiences of recovery while maintaining professional boundaries and focusing on the client’s needs.

Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of producing clear, concise reports.

Resource Connection: Skilled in linking clients to recovery resources, including mutual aid groups and community-based services.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

Lived Experience: Must self-identify as a current or former client of mental health or substance use services, or as a person in recovery from mental health or substance use disorder.

Age Requirement: Must be at least 21 years old.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Background Check: Must pass a background check, or request an exception if applicable.

Certification: Completion of a state-approved training program. If required, passing a standardized certification exam.

Missouri-Specific: For Missouri residents, complete the application at Missouri Peer Specialist Website and, if required, complete the 5-Day Basic Training Program and pass the Missouri certification exam within six months of employment.

Supervisory Requirements:

None

Employment Requirements:

Background Check: Successful completion of criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint checks.

Orientation & Training: Completion of New Hire Orientation and required training, including Relias courses, at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.

Driver’s License: Current valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.

Certifications:

First Aid certification within 3 months of employment and upon renewal.

CPR certification within 3 months of employment and upon renewal.

Behavioral Management Training: Complete within 30 days of employment (CPI for Residential programs, Peaceful Intervention or Verbal De-escalation for Outpatient programs).

36-Hour Training Requirement: Complete 36 hours of required training within a 2-year period as per state regulations (9 CSR 10-7.110 E 1).

Growth and Development Form: Complete within 30 days (CPRC only).

Privileging & Credentialing: Complete within 30 days (CPRC only).

Other Training: Within the first year of employment, complete training on:

Signs and symptoms of disability-related illnesses

Working with families and caregivers of clients

Rights, roles, and responsibilities of clients and families

Client self-help skills

Treatment planning and assessment principles

Suicide awareness/precaution

Behavioral management/crisis intervention

Quality assurance, infection control, and more.

Physical Requirements:

ADA Consideration - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (up to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull objects, including individuals.

Repetitive Movements: Frequent repetitive hand, finger, and arm movements for tasks such as typing and writing.

Physical Activity: Primarily sedentary, with occasional walking or standing. Some mobility may be required between work sites.

Client Transportation: Ability to transport clients when necessary.

Brightli’s Mission:

Brightli is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We are passionate about supporting individuals on their recovery journey and providing an environment where staff feel valued and empowered. Join us and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

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