About this role
Job Description:
Job Title: Certified Peer Specialist - Mobile Crisis Team
Home Location: Sedalia, MO
Department: Crisis Services
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift(s): Shift Varies
Service Areas:
Sedalia, MO, Versailles, MO and California, MO
Job Summary: 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
Paid time off and holidays
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with company match
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
Brightli is on a Mission:
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.
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.
Other facts
About Brightli
Brightli is the one of the largest behavioral health and addiction treatment providers in the U.S. We operate as the parent company of Burrell Behavioral Health, Preferred Family Healthcare, Brightli Foundation, Firefly Supported Living & Employment Services, Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health, Adult & Child Health, Comprehensive Mental Health Serivces, and Places for People (effective 7/1/24). Bringing these organizations together under one parent company is a groundbreaking solution to the healthcare needs of the communities we serve. Working under the parent company model allows us to share resources, increase access to care, and, ultimately, save more lives.
What you'll do
- The Certified Peer Specialist will share lived experiences of recovery to inspire and support clients, assist in treatment planning, and engage clients in caring relationships. They will help clients identify strengths, set goals, and provide information about community resources.
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