Peer Support Specialist

University of Missouri Health Care

Columbia, MO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$16.68–$26.31 Per Hour
SKILLS
Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, High School Diploma, Mentoring, Physical Demands, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Set Goals
LOCATION
Columbia, MO
POSTED
1 day ago

Seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist for a Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. role in Care Management. The position offers a pay range of $16.68–$26.31/hour based on experience.

Responsibilities include providing mentoring, advocacy, and support to clients facing mental health, addiction, or substance use challenges, coordinating community resources, helping clients set goals, and collaborating with treatment teams to promote recovery and wellness.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a Certified Peer Specialist course within six months. Preferred candidates may hold additional certifications. Physical demands involve mobility and light lifting. Benefits include health insurance, paid leave, retirement options, tuition assistance, and employee discounts.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about making a positive impact in a supportive healthcare environment.

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University of Missouri Health Care