Certified Peer Recovery Specialist - Inspire Hope

Tennessee Mental Health Consumers' Association; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Tennessee Mental Health Consumers' Association seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist to support individuals navigating mental health and substance use recovery in Memphis. You will draw on personal recovery experience to promote hope, wellness, and self-directed living while building meaningful connections.

Applicants must be a current or former recipient of services, hold a CPRS certification or be willing to pursue certification within 6 months, and have a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Must be a current or former recipient of mental health and/or substance use services.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and proof of insurance.
• Clean criminal history.
• Clean Abuse Registry.

Skills

MS Office

Active listening

Group facilitation

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Diversity outreach

Time management

Self-starter

Open communication

Public speaking

Respectful engagement with consumers

Education

CPRS certification

Job description

The Tennessee Mental Health Consumers' Association seeks a Peer Recovery Specialist to support individuals navigating mental health and substance use recovery in Memphis. You will draw on personal recovery experience to promote hope, wellness, and self-directed living while building meaningful connections.

Applicants must be a current or former recipient of services, hold a CPRS certification or be willing to pursue certification within 6 months, and have a high school diploma.