Join ReDiscover’s Peer Services program and be part of a mission-driven organization that’s been transforming lives for over 50 years. As a non-profit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County, Missouri, we’re passionate about helping individuals impacted by mental illness or substance use find hope, support, and healing.
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700+ dedicated professionals
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Over five decades of community impact
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A culture grounded in compassion, collaboration, and growth
About our Peer Services Program
The Peer Services program is an expansion program dedicated to outreaching and connecting clients to services for mental illness and/or substance use disorders. Our Peer Services provide support to clients using personal experiences to build rapport and engage in services that are offered.
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Provides direct supervisory responsibilities including supervision of assigned Peer Support Specialists. This includes participating in hiring, on-boarding, and ongoing training for assigned staff members.
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Supports staff with program needs.
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Coordinates needs with inter-agency program leadership.
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Manages and assesses data from assessments performed on clients for reporting.
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Shares lived experience of resilience and recovery and models successful recovery behaviors for individuals with a mental health diagnoses and/or a substance use disorder.
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May assist with client transportation, which could include transporting individuals in personal vehicle.
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Supports and assists clients in getting into treatment.
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Safeguards Protected Health Information (written and electronically) and maintains confidentiality. This may include providing written documentation.
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Completes administrative and other duties as assigned.
Requirements of the Position:
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The schedule is Monday-Friday, might be required to work some evenings and weekends to support staff.
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High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
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A valid automobile driver’s license, appropriate automobile insurance and a safe, reliable, registered automobile available for use during work.
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Must have life experiences with mental illness/substance use disorders and have received services.
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Must have successfully completed the Department of Mental Health’s Peer Support Provider Training and completion of Peer Support Certification.
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Must have active Peer Support Specialist certification through Missouri Credentialing Board
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3 years in a direct service peer role strongly preferred
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Excellent customer service skills with a recovery focus.
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Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
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Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as GSuite.
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Be willing to get a Missouri Class E Drivers License in the future.
We’re committed to your professional development and will support your growth as a Peer Support Supervisor with training, collaboration, and meaningful work.
Ready to join a team that’s passionate about people? Apply today and help make wellness accessible for all.
