Certified Peer Specialist parttime x 2

Job Description Job Description There are TWO part-time positions available, both based at our Trenton location. The Certified Peer Specialist is responsible for providing mutual assistance in promoting recovery by persons experiencing similar psychiatric or substance use challenges. Peer Specialists share their personal success stories, serve as a role model, help the persons served to build social networks, and articulate client's personal goals as well as help to identify the means to reach those goals.

DUTIES

Will provide direct services that include: Engaging the person served Support personal recovery goals or building on resiliency Community networking Advocating with and for the person served Provide/model good parenting skills Mentoring Bridging or navigating The full-time Peer Specialist will provide 20 face-to-face direct service activities weekly, individually or in a group, that include: Self-advocacy Wellness Life skills such as accepting responsibility, money management and honoring commitments Self-Care skills such as cooking, cleaning, laundry and shopping Goal setting Decision-making skills Job duties will be assigned according to client needs with the assistance of the Community Support Specialist. The job duties will be reflected in the client's Master Treatment Plan. Complete and sign documentation or related paperwork contemporaneously with service provision (within three (3) business days) and in accordance with agency and certification standards. Progress notes will include the client's progress, problems and needs. Meet at least weekly with supervisor. Transport clients as needed. Maintain client confidentiality. Demonstrate competency for, at minimum, the following core competencies: Incident Reporting; Progress Notes; Scheduling. Perform related work as requested to carry out the purposes, goals and objectives of the agency. QUALIFICATIONS Have a valid Missouri driver's license. Automobile and required liability insurance. Have a High School Diploma or GED and be age 18 or older. Must be in recovery and be a current or former recipient of services. Must be trained and certified as a Certified Peer Specialist ( SUPERVISION Directly responsible to the CPRC Team Leader, SUD/DOC Team Leader, QMHP, Health Care Home Director, or IPS Supervisor.

CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt

POSITIONS SUPERVISED

None

COMPONENT

Clinical Company Description About North Central Missouri Mental Health Center (NCMMHC) Since 1974, North Central Missouri Mental Health Center (NCMMHC) has provided compassionate, high-quality behavioral health and recovery services to individuals and families across the nine-county Green Hills region. Headquartered in Trenton, Missouri, NCMMHC is a CARF-accredited healthcare provider dedicated to delivering trauma-informed, client-centered care in a respectful, supportive atmosphere. Our Mission To deliver high-quality behavioral health services in a caring environment that respects dignity, promotes independence, and empowers every individual to reach their highest quality of life. Guided by our core commitment, "Support Today. Strength for the Future.", we offer a full continuum of care, including outpatient therapy, psychiatric services, substance use recovery support, community case management, and 24/7 crisis intervention. Why Work With Us? At NCMMHC, our staff is the foundation of our community impact. When you join our team, you become part of a dedicated, multidisciplinary group of professionals who value collaboration, clinical excellence, and personal growth. Purpose-Driven Work: Make a direct, tangible impact on health outcomes and quality of life in rural Missouri communities. Trauma-Informed Workplace: Practice within a compassionate organizational culture built on safety, dignity, and professional integrity. Integrated Care Environment: Work alongside therapists, caseworkers, medical providers, and support staff in a team-based healthcare model. Professional Growth: Gain diverse clinical experience across a wide range of behavioral health programs and community populations. Whether you are an experienced mental health professional, a dedicated case manager, or a healthcare administrative specialist, NCMMHC offers a rewarding career path where your skills truly matter. #J-18808-Ljbffr North Central Missouri Mental Health Center