Certified Peer Specialist; CPS

Overview

Gateway Foundation
, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards.

Why join us? Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, all while working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice.

You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you'll discover personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

Location: Kansas City Reentry Center - 4049 Pennsylvania Ave, Ste. 300 Kansas City, MO 64111

Work schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) plays a vital role in supporting individuals during one of the most critical transitions in recovery—re-entry into the community. This position combines in-facility peer recovery groups, pre-release planning, and post-release follow-up to help clients navigate treatment, MAT options, housing, employment, and community supports. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is self-motivated, relationship-driven, and passionate about making a direct impact in the justice-involved population.

• Providing support to the criminal justice involved client both while in-custody and post release
• Serving as a professional role model by demonstrating effective coping strategies, healthy behaviors, and appropriate use of recovery-support skills within scope of the position
• Conducting group sessions and assisting clients with goals for recovery
• Consulting with other treatment team members
• Providing resources to assist with recovery and transition
• Traveling throughout State to provide peer support services to clients in SUD treatment
• Other duties as assigned

• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) as required by the Missouri Credentialing Board (MCB) or the ability to obtain within required period of time
• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Therapeutic Community experience desired
• Current driver’s license and good driving record
• Must be able to obtain Missouri Department of Corrections clearance

• Ability to walk or move about facilities for up to two hours at a time, to monitor and interact with clients
• Ability to speak with others in order to exchange information and provide support
• Ability to proofread and check documents and files for accuracy on a regular basis
• Ability to respond to telephones and pages, and to hear and detect alarms and unusual noises

• Range begins at $19.50 - $23.50 per hour
• Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases

• Health and Wellness:
  Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents;
  Employee wellness program;
  Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
• Financial Wellbeing: 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match;
  Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Gateway;
  Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care;
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Flexibility and Time Off: 18 paid time off days per year (accrual rates increase with years of service); 9 paid company holidays;
  Work-life balance
• Personal Development:
  Training & Development Programs;
  Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year; eLearning access to online courses that provide CEUs and job-related training;
  Clinical Supervision:
  Formal and informal guidance

Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity

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