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We're Hiring: Certified Peer Support Specialist – Missoula, MT Do you believe your lived experience can create hope and inspire change? Are you passionate about walking alongside others on their recovery journey? We're seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our caring, recovery-focused team in Missoula, MT. In this role, you'll use your own recovery experience to empower others, foster connection, and support individuals facing mental health and/or substance use challenges. What You'll Do • Offer individual and group peer support rooted in shared experience and mutual respect • Build trusting, authentic relationships that encourage resilience and self-determination • Partner with clinical teams to promote a recovery-oriented environment • Model healthy coping strategies and wellness practices What We're Looking For • Certified Peer Support Specialist credential (required) • Personal experience with recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • A passion for empowering others and advocating for person-centered care Why Join Our Team? This isn't just a job—it's a calling. At our organization, your story matters. You'll be part of a supportive team that values empathy, authenticity, and the healing power of shared experience. Here, your journey becomes a source of hope and transformation for others. Responsibilities: • 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. Qualifications: • Age Requirement: Must be 18 years of age or older (state requirement for licensing). • Driver's License & Insurance: Must possess a current driver's 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. Compensation: $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.