Peer Support Specialist Job at Winds of Change, Missoula, MT

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  • Winds of Change
  • Missoula, MT

Job Description

Now Hiring: Certified Peer Support Specialist – Missoula, MT

Do you want to make a difference by sharing your lived experience with others on their path to recovery?

We're seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our dedicated team in Missoula, MT .

In this meaningful role, you’ll use your personal recovery journey to provide hope, connection, and guidance to individuals facing mental health and/or substance use challenges. Your insight will be a beacon of encouragement, helping others find their strength and voice in the recovery process.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide one-on-one and group peer support rooted in shared experience and mutual respect
  • Build supportive, trust-based relationships that encourage self-determination and resilience
  • Partner with clinical staff to foster a recovery-oriented environment
  • Demonstrate healthy coping strategies and model ongoing wellness

What We’re Looking For:

  • Certified Peer Support Specialist credential (required)
  • Personal experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Passion for empowering others and promoting person-centered recovery

Why Work With Us?

This isn’t just a position—it’s a calling. Join a team that values compassion, authenticity, and the transformative power of lived experience. You'll be part of a supportive environment where your story has the power to spark change and healing.

Ready to use your journey to uplift others? Apply today and help others find hope, healing, and a path forward.

Compensation:

$17.50 hourly

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.
About Company

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.

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Compensation details: 17.5-17.5 Hourly Wage

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Immediate start, Work from home, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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