Peer Support Specialist

Join Our Team: Certified Peer Support Specialist Missoula, MT

Do you believe your personal journey can inspire hope and drive positive change? Are you passionate about supporting others as they navigate their recovery?

Were looking for a Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our recovery-focused team in Missoula, MT. In this role, your personal experience will help empower others, foster connection, and support individuals navigating mental health and/or substance use challenges.

What Youll Do

• Provide individual and group peer support grounded in mutual respect and shared experience
• Build authentic, trusting relationships that encourage resilience and self-determination
• Collaborate with clinical teams to promote a recovery-oriented environment
• Model healthy coping strategies and wellness practices

What Were Looking For

• Current Certified Peer Support Specialist credential (required)
• Personal experience in recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for advocacy and empowering others through person-centered care

Why Join Us?

This role is more than a jobits an opportunity to make a real impact. At our organization, your story is valued and your experiences matter. Youll join a supportive team built on empathy, authenticity, and the belief in the healing power of shared experience. Here, your journey becomes a source of hope and transformation for others.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Dental and vision coverage

$17.50 hourly

• Client Transportation: Provide transportation for clients to their appointments as needed.
• Group Facilitation: Facilitate recovery-based group activities to support client engagement and growth.
• Assessment: Evaluate and assess factors that may hinder clients' ability to live independently or integrate into the community.
• Communication Skills Development: Address and improve communication skills in individuals to enhance their interactions.
• Symptom Management: Implement effective skills and strategies to help clients manage their symptoms.
• Social Support Development: Assist individuals in developing and strengthening their social support systems.
• Skills Adaptation: Help clients adapt skills for various life domains, including home, work, education, leisure, and social activities.
• Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate crisis intervention when necessary to ensure client safety and well-being.
• Training Completion: Complete assigned training sessions, both in-person and through online learning programs.
• Documentation: Document daily activities and progress for each client accurately and promptly.
• Productivity Standards: Consistently meet established productivity standards.
• Shift Coverage: Cover shifts at group homes as needed, including day, evening, and overnight shifts.
• Meeting Participation: Schedule and attend required meetings to coordinate care and support for clients.
• Attendance: Maintain regular attendance to ensure continuity of care for clients.

• State Certification: Must have Peer Support Certification from the State of Montana
• Age Requirement: Must be 18 years of age or older (state requirement for licensing).
• Driver's License & Insurance: Must possess a current drivers license, reliable transportation, and full automobile insurance coverage.
• HIPAA Compliance: Adhere to HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Certification: Must hold a valid Peer Support certification from the state of Montana.
• Education Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.

Winds of Change is a mental health clinic dedicated to inspiring change, fostering hope, and promoting recovery. We strive to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities we serve.

Compensation details: 17.5-17.5 Hourly Wage

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