Community Engagement Specialist/Recovery Coach

Community Engagement Specialist/Recovery Coach

Location: St. Louis, MO

Department: Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary: Are you someone who believes in the power of recovery and wants to make a lasting difference in the lives of others? Join our compassionate and collaborative team as a Community Engagement Specialist/Recovery Coach. In this role, you'll use your lived experience to walk alongside individuals facing mental health or substance use challenges, providing encouragement, empathy, and real-world tools for success.

You'll guide individuals in developing the skills, support networks, and confidence needed to thrive in recovery. Whether facilitating group education sessions, helping people set goals, or connecting them to local resources, you'll be a vital part of their journey. If you're passionate about hope, resilience, and the strength of the human spirit, we'd love to have you on our team.

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Support individuals in building recovery and resilience skills tailored to their goals
• Develop and assist with individualized treatment and recovery plans
• Share lived experiences of recovery to provide hope and inspire change
• Promote coping strategies and connect individuals to natural and community supports
• Facilitate educational groups and peer support activities
• Assist clients in scheduling treatments and arranging transportation when needed
• Engage in regular communication with referral sources, guardians, and care teams
• Participate in staffings to promote continuity of care
• Make referrals for services not offered within the treatment setting
• Document services according to state and CARF standards
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary
• Attend professional development training (minimum 36 hours every 2 years)

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must self-identify as a present or former client of mental health or substance use services, or be in recovery from either
• Completion of a state-approved Peer Specialist training program
• Must pass a standardized certification exam (if required)
• Missouri applicants:
• Must complete the application at mopeerspecialist.com
• May be required to attend a 5-day basic training program and pass the Missouri certification exam within 6 months

Additional Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance required
• Must pass background check (criminal record, driving, abuse/neglect, fingerprinting)
• Must obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 3 months of hire and upon renewal
• Behavioral management training required within 30 days of employment (CPI or Verbal De-escalation depending on program)
• Must be able to maintain professional boundaries while sharing personal experiences
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with legal procedures, community resources, and recovery-focused support
• Ability to complete required CPRC documentation within 30 days (if applicable)
• Completion of required training in the first year, including: suicide prevention, community support philosophy, client rights, disability-related illnesses, and more

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally
• Frequent typing, writing, and use of hands and fingers
• Mostly seated work with occasional walking or standing

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 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
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

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.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.