Peer Intensive Care Specialist - Knoxville, TN

TENNESSEE MENTAL HEALTH CONSUMERS' ASSOCIATION, INC.TENNESSEE; Knoxville (TN); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 26.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Descripción de la vacante

TENNESSEE MENTAL HEALTH CONSUMERS' ASSOCIATION, INC.TENNESSEE is seeking an individual in recovery to join our team as a Peer Recovery Specialist in Knoxville. This role blends lived experience with skills to inspire hope and support peers toward better health and self-directed lives.

Applicants must be a current or former recipient of mental health or substance abuse services, possess a Tennessee CPRS certification or be willing to pursue company-provided training within 6 months, and have a

Formación

• Must be current or former recipient of mental health or substance abuse services.
• CPRS certification required or eligible with company training within 6 months.
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Clean criminal history and clean Abuse Registry.

Responsabilidades

• Proficient with computers (MS Office and databases).
• Active listening and group facilitation skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Open communicator with diverse groups.
• Good time management and public presentation skills.

Conocimientos

Active listening

Group facilitation

Team player

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

If you are an individual has received, or currently receives mental health and/or substance abuse services with a desire to help others we have a unique opportunity for you.

This position will allow you to combine your personal experience in recovery with skills to promote hope in others as they work to improve their health and wellness, live self-directed lives, and strive to reach their full potential.

Applicant must meet the following criteria:

• Be current of former recipient of mental health and/or substance abuse services and willing to self-disclose as such
• Possess a current Tennessee State Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) certification or be eligible and willing to pursue with company provided training within 6 months of hire. To learn about accreditation visit: https://www.tn.gov/behavioral-health/cprs.html
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver's license for the state listed on your home address, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Clean Criminal history
• Clean Abuse Registry

This position requires a few Core Competencies including:

• Proficient working with computer (Microsoft Office and databases)
• Active listening skills
• Able to facilitate and engage people in group settings
• Team player
• Comfortable around people
• Ability to reach out and work with diverse groups, individuals, ideas, and opinions.
• Time management skills
• Must be a self-starter, able to work independently
• Open communicator
• Excellent oral, written, and public presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully with mental health consumers

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)