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Position SummaryPreventEd is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to serve as a key member of the treatment court team in partnership with the St. Louis City Treatment Court. This role will primarily support individuals involved in the treatment court system by providing peer-based recovery support, advocacy, and engagement to promote sustained recovery, compliance with court requirements, and successful community reintegration. This position will maintain office space at the courthouse and will provide services to St. Louis City Treatment Court participants.The Peer Support Specialist brings lived experience, hope, and practical recovery tools to help participants navigate challenges, access resources, and build long-term recovery capital.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide peer-based recovery support to St. Louis City Treatment Court participantsBuild trusting, supportive relationships with participants using shared lived experienceSupport participants in navigating treatment court requirements and expectationsAssist participants with goal setting, recovery planning, and identifying barriers to successProvide advocacy and support in coordination with treatment court staff, case managers, probation/parole, and treatment providersConnect participants to community resources including treatment, housing, employment, transportation, and recovery supportsFacilitate or co-facilitate peer support groups as appropriateDocument services in accordance with PreventEd and treatment court requirementsParticipate in treatment court team meetings and case staffingMaintain professional boundaries and model recovery-oriented behaviorsSupport engagement, retention, and successful completion of the treatment court program QualificationsCertified Peer Specialist (CPS) credential required (Missouri certification preferred)Lived experience in recovery from substance useStrong understanding of recovery-oriented systems of careExperience working with justice-involved populations preferredAbility to build rapport with diverse populationsStrong communication, documentation, and organizational skillsAbility to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2Reliable transportation and ability to travel within St. Louis City as neededAbility to pass required background checks for court and agency accessClass E Drivers LicensePreferred ExperienceExperience working in or with treatment courts, drug courts, or criminal justice systemsKnowledge of local St. Louis City community resourcesExperience with trauma-informed care and motivational interviewingExperience working in a multidisciplinary team environment REASONING ABILITYAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to deal with several abstract and concrete variables.COMPUTER SKILLSE-mail, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, data entryWORK ENVIRONMENTThis position works primarily in the community with local travel in the community. Must have a valid Driver's License, reliable transportation.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate effectively. The physical requirements of this job includes: sitting, standing, walking and climbing stairs on a regular basis; lifting up to 25lbs, pulling and/or pushing on occasionWhy Join PreventEd?At PreventEd, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to prevention, treatment, and recovery. We value lived experience, teamwork, and community impact. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to support others while continuing your own professional growth.We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences. Our team values different perspectives and believes that a wide range of voices makes us stronger and more effective in our work. If you're passionate about what we do and believe you'd be a good fit, we encourage you to apply - even if your experience doesn't match every listed qualification.PreventEd was voted the Best Place to Work in St Louis for mid-sized business in 2025!!!