Certified Peer Specialist
(Community Based Recovery Support)

Location: Boonville, MO
Department: Adult Community Services
Employment Type: Full‑Time

Active Missouri Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification is required for hire into the CPS role.

****Candidates actively pursuing CPS certification may be considered for a Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Specialist role while completing certification.

Why This Role Matters

As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will use your lived experience to support individuals on their recovery journey. This role centers on connection, hope, and empowerment—meeting people where they are and helping them move forward with confidence and purpose in community‑based settings.

You will join a compassionate, collaborative team that values recovery, dignity, and the power of shared experience. For individuals who are not yet certified but are committed to becoming a CPS, we offer a PSR Specialist pathway to support professional growth while certification is obtained.

CPS Role Overview

As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will:

• Use lived experience to build trusting, recovery‑focused relationships with individuals and families
• Promote hope, resilience, and self‑advocacy through peer support
• Assist individuals in identifying strengths, setting recovery goals, and accessing supports
• Help individuals build meaningful connections within their communities and recovery networks
• Connect individuals to community resources, recovery services, and medical care
• Coordinate care with referral sources, guardians, and interdisciplinary treatment teams
• Provide transportation to and from recovery support services and community‑based appointments as needed
• Accompany individuals to appointments when appropriate, representing the agency professionally
• Facilitate group education sessions and provide crisis support when scheduled
• Document services in compliance with state regulations and CARF standards
• Participate in team meetings and ongoing professional development to maintain certification

PSR Specialist (Pathway to becoming Certified)

Candidates who do not yet hold an active CPS certification, but who intend to obtain it, may be considered for a temporary Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Specialist role, based on program needs and leadership approval.

In the PSR Specialist role, you may:

• Support individuals through structured psychosocial rehabilitation services
• Assist with skill‑building, education, and recovery‑oriented group activities
• Serve as a positive role model and advocate for individuals receiving services
• Support implementation of treatment plans under clinical supervision
• Participate in program activities that promote engagement, independence, and recovery
• Gain hands‑on experience in Adult Community Services while completing CPS certification

Transition to the Certified Peer Specialist role may occur upon successful completion of CPS certification and meeting all program requirements.

What We Offer

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 24/7 counseling, legal assistance, and financial consultation for you and your household
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company‑paid travel for work‑related duties
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, attractions, and college tuition programs
• Supportive Workplace Culture – Recovery‑oriented, collaborative, and people‑first
• Comprehensive Benefits & PTO – Details shared during the hiring process

Who We’re Looking For

You may be a great fit if you:

• Self‑identify as a current or former recipient of mental health and/or substance use services, or as a person in recovery
• Have a minimum of one (1) year of lived recovery experience
• Believe in recovery, personal choice, and the value of lived experience
• Communicate effectively and build trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Are dependable, compassionate, and comfortable working in community‑based environments
• Work well independently while collaborating as part of a multidisciplinary team

Required Credentials & Qualifications

To be hired straight into Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) role

• Active Missouri Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification required prior to hire
• Must meet standards for Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) or Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS)
• Minimum one (1) year of recovery
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance
• Must be 21 years of age or older

To be hired for PSR Specialist (with CPS career pathway)

• Commitment to obtaining CPS certification
• High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of two (2) years of responsible employment history
• Valid Driver’s License in the state of residency with an acceptable driving record

Exceptions to non‑certification qualifications may be considered by leadership.

Physical Requirements

• Light physical activity, including standing, walking, and occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds)
• Regular community‑based work, including transportation and accompanying individuals to appointments

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are already a Certified Peer Specialist or are actively working toward certification and want to grow in Adult Community Services, we encourage you to apply. We believe recovery is possible—and that lived experience makes a powerful difference.