Peer Support Specialist for Substance Use Disorder program

Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services - Harriman, TN

Part-time - Entry Level

Harriman, TN

Hospitals

About the position

RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center, has an immediate opening for a part-time (40 hrs/wk) Peer Support Specialist for Morgan and Roane Counties to provide peer support to clients in our substance use disorder program. This position will be scheduled for regular business hours. Ridgeview has been named a 2024 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel, which is a testament to our staff who unite behind the idea of One Ridgeview. Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. At Ridgeview, our real job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission. HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY "Where life's complexities are met with hope"

Responsibilities

• Assist and support consumer self-help, advocacy, and education about co-occurring mental health issues and resources.
• Provide peer support to clients in the substance use disorder program.
• Assist in meeting program objectives.
• Co-facilitate mental health recovery groups as needed.

Requirements

• Current or former mental health consumer with a minimum of two years of experience working in the mental health field or a Certified Peer Specialist (CPRS).
• High School Diploma or GED at minimum.
• If not a CPRS, must be qualified and willing to obtain Peer Specialist Certification within one year of hire.
• Requires F endorsement on TN driver's license.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement
• Long-Term Disability
• Holiday Pay
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Plan
• Loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers.