Job Description:

Job Title: Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist

Location: Columbia, Missouri

Department: Crisis Services

Employment Type: PRN

Shift: Availability for varied shifts

Job Summary: Do you want to share your recovery experience with others to make a positive, life-changing difference? Burrell currently has openings available for Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist in the Columbia and Central Missouri area to provide quality treatment and services in the community for people with behavioral health and substance use disorder conditions.

Location: Columbia, Missouri, a thriving city nestled in the heart of Mid Missouri, boasting an array of recreational attractions, restaurants, and entertainment options. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Finger Lakes State Park, kayaking or relaxing on the beach. Take a stroll through the picturesque University of Missouri campus, admiring its historic buildings and vibrant student culture. Indulge in a culinary adventure downtown, where a variety of restaurants are. There is something for everyone in Columbia, Missouri.

Position Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities
• Recognition and reward programs

Key Responsibilities:

• Share lived experiences of recovery to inspire and support clients
• Describe personal recovery practices and help clients discover what works for them
• Provide support through validation, exploration of community roles, conveying hope, celebrating efforts, and concrete assistance
• Participate in treatment planning with the team and clients
• Engage clients in caring relationships, using interpersonal skills and recovery knowledge
• Assist clients in identifying strengths and personal resources for their recovery
• Respect personal values and culture, tailoring support to each client's recovery process
• Help clients set goals, imagine future possibilities, and function as part of the recovery team
• Develop, maintain, and provide information about community resources

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Valid driver's license and favorable driving record
• Must be a Certified Missouri Peer Specialist
• More information on obtaining certification: https://mopeerspecialist.com

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.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.