TN Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Centerstone • Chattanooga, TN

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About The Position

The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) helps provide a safe, fun, and supportive environment where individuals with mental illness or addiction can build confidence and social skills and take part in learning and leisure activities with peers. The role supports program goals by facilitating groups and activities focused on recovery. The CPRS helps clients articulate personal recovery goals, identify reasonable and holistic steps toward recovery, and recognize barriers to their goals.

The CPRS models recovery, professionalism, mutual respect, and encouragement; supports clients in recognizing their strengths; and facilitates recovery groups through education, advocacy, and positive role modeling. The role also includes documenting peer progress in electronic medical records, attending trainings, and assisting with daily activities such as preparing groups and meals and providing transportation in a company van.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have lived experience with mental illness or substance use disorder, and have at least one year of recovery. A high school diploma or GED, CPRS certification, a valid driver's license, and proof of insurance are required. The employee must acquire an F-endorsement within 30 days of hire. Those not currently certified must become certified within 90 days of hire unless otherwise approved by the supervisor, and must verify completion of a state-approved training program. The position is full-time and pays $15.75–$22.00.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Lived experience with mental illness or substance use disorder.
• At least one year of recovery.
• CPRS certification; if not currently certified, certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire unless otherwise approved by the supervisor.
• Verification of completion of a state-approved training program.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Acquire an F-endorsement within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to meet certification requirements.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Verbalize an understanding of recovery and articulate it to others.
• Help clients identify personal strengths in daily living and recovery skills.
• Maintain professionalism and an attitude of mutual respect and encouragement.
• Encourage involvement in the center by modeling a positive attitude.
• Respect confidentiality and program ethics.
• Facilitate groups that promote recovery through education, advocacy, and positive role modeling.
• Document peer progress in electronic medical records.
• Attend all trainings.
• Assist with daily activities, including group preparation, meal preparation, and transportation via company van.
• Help clients articulate personal goals for recovery, determine reasonable and holistic steps toward recovery, and identify barriers to recovery goals.
• Be active in personal recovery and model recovery positively.
• Share a personal recovery story to assist others.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Ten paid holidays
• Company-paid AD&D insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid long-term disability
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED