Peer Specialist — Clinic, Substance Use Disorder, Butler County

Job overview

The Peer Specialist role is based in Poplar Bluff, MO; compensation is not specified. The position supports FCC Behavioral Health's clinic services for individuals with psychiatric disabilities and a focus on co-occurring needs. The specialist uses lived experience of recovery to help people build support networks, develop practical skills, and connect with services and community resources. Through advocacy, coaching, follow-up, and accurate documentation, the role supports recovery, independence, and engagement with care.

What you'll do

• Share lived recovery experience and model recovery behaviors
• assist individuals in assessing mental health services and accompany them to appointments as appropriate
• act as liaison and advocate with community resources
• coach daily living skills such as budgeting, paying bills, and maintaining a residence
• follow up on appointments and forms
• support self-help groups
• write accurate progress notes in PIRP format and complete group logs
• maintain confidentiality and records.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

peer specialist

clinic

substance use disorder

recovery support

lived experience

community resources

daily living skills

poplar bluff mo

fcc behavioral health

pirp documentation

self-help groups

high school diploma

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Must be at least 21, have a high school diploma or equivalent, self-identify as a current or former recipient of mental health services, complete state-approved training, pass a standardized examination, and meet FCC Behavioral Health clinical privilege requirements.

About the employer

FCC Behavioral Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.