Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Mindoula Health • Three Way, TN

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mindoula is hiring a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist for its Substance Use Disorder Program in Tennessee. This hybrid role combines remote work with community-based support, with priority given to candidates based in Haywood, Madison, and Crockett counties. Certified Peer Recovery Specialists serve as role models for people experiencing substance-exposed living and for individuals at different stages of recovery. Following program guidelines, the specialist plans care, assesses member needs, completes screenings, refers members to appropriate resources, and coordinates with the program team, primary care providers, managed care organizations, and community agencies. The position pays $43,000–$46,000 annually ($20.67–$22.12 per hour); pay is based on factors including education, work experience, and certifications. Mindoula describes its mission as improving behavioral health care by focusing on people rather than diagnoses or symptom sets.

Requirements

• Be a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist.
• Have successfully participated in a recovery program.
• Be caring and compassionate, with a passion for helping people experiencing substance-exposed living make positive changes.
• Have strong organizational skills and problem-solving ability.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates based in Haywood, Madison, or Crockett counties are prioritized.

Responsibilities

• Identify individual member needs and document interventions based on relationships and assessments.
• Support members in a variety of settings and assist with support groups as needed.
• Contribute to case management meetings to support a team-based approach for each member.
• Document member contacts, touches, cancellations, and care plans in accordance with organizational policies.
• Communicate professionally with members, families, physicians, community agencies, agency leadership, and office staff.
• Follow the chain of command when communicating concerns or recommendations.
• Achieve established goals and key performance indicators.
• Represent and promote Mindoula and the Substance Use Disorder Program through community participation, professional organizations, and outreach.
• Participate in timely conflict resolution and treat people fairly and respectfully.
• Support other team members in performing their duties.
• Participate in performance-improvement processes and initiatives.
• Use Mindoula's resources responsibly and ethically.
• Maintain punctuality and attendance during work hours.
• Partner with the enrollment team to grow member census and identify eligible members for enrollment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term insurance paid by Mindoula.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Three weeks of paid vacation each year.
• Four mental wellness days.
• Eleven holidays.
• Eight weeks of paid parental leave.
• Personal Development Program offering $500 credit reimbursement per calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed