Peer Support Specialist

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Department: Care Management
Compensation:

* Base Pay Range: $16.68 - $26.31 per hour, based on experience.

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Peer Support Specialist to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey. We seek candidates with a genuine passion for mentoring, advocacy, and providing guidance to those facing mental health, addiction, or substance use challenges. The ideal candidate thrives in a supportive environment, excels at building connections, and brings empathy, resourcefulness, and a collaborative spirit to every interaction. This role offers the opportunity to partner closely with clients and care teams to empower personal growth, wellness, and lasting recovery. If you're motivated by purpose and eager to make a difference in a dynamic healthcare setting, this role is your chance to shine.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 90 specialty clinics located throughout the region.

As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

* Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one

* Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays

* Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years

* Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)

* Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

* See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

* Provide mentoring, advocacy, and problem-solving support to clients.

* Assist in the coordination of community resources.

* Assist clients in the creation of personal goals and action plans.

* Assist clients in the employment search and in maintaining employment.

* Partner with the client's treatment team to maximize recovery and wellness.

* Conduct periodic client check-ins and provide ongoing guidance and support.

* May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) course by the Missouri Credentialing Board (MCB) within six (6) months as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.