Peer Outreach Specialist for Veterans Suicide Prevention Program

Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Loan repayment assistance

Job summary

Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services in Oak Ridge is hiring 5 full-time Veterans Peer Outreach Specialists to join the Call Sign HOPE startup team for the SSGT Fox Suicide Prevention grant. You will provide peer support, outreach to Veterans and families, participate in program objectives, co-facilitate support groups and adventure-based activities, and deliver QPR Gatekeeper Training.

A high school diploma or GED is required; certification as a Peer Specialist within one year is preferred, with

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED at minimum.
• If not certified, willing to obtain Peer Specialist Certification within one year of hire.
• TN driver’s license and F endorsement (may be obtained within 90 days of hire).
• Veteran status or lived military experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach and baseline supports to Veterans and families.
• Deliver peer support and assist in meeting program objectives.
• Co-facilitate support groups and adventure-based activities.
• Deliver QPR Gatekeeper Training and other educational initiatives.

Skills

Peer outreach

Recovery experience

Community engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (preferred)

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

RIDGEVIEW Behavioral Health Services, a nonprofit community mental health center, is seeking 5 Full Time Veterans Peer OutreachSpecialists for the newly awarded SSGT Fox Suicide Prevention grant, which will be known as Call Sign HOPE at Ridgeview. You will be part of the startup team for Call Sign HOPE and on the front lines of suicide prevention efforts for veterans in our area.

5 Full Time Veterans Peer OutreachSpecialists

• Oak Ridge Outpatient Clinic (1 position, 8am-5pm EST)- Anderson County
• LaFollette Outpatient Clinic (2 positions, 8am-5pm EST)- Campbell, Scott, Union, and Claiborne Counties
• Jamestown Outpatient Clinic (2 positions, 8am-5pm CST)- Fentress, Pickett, Clay, Jackson, and Putnam Counties

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. One Ridgeview!

HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY

"Where life's complexities are met with hope"

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a person in recovery with a high school diploma or GED at minimum. If not a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, must be qualified and willing to obtain Peer Specialist Certification within one year of hire. Requires TN driver’s license and F endorsement (may be obtained within 90 days of hire). Veteran status/lived experience of serving in the military highly preferred.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Peer Outreach Specialist is a person in recovery who can provide outreach, baseline mental health screenings, and other supports to eligible Veterans and their families. Veteran status/lived experience of serving in the military preferred. Duties will include providing peer support, assistance in meeting program objectives, co-facilitating support groups and adventure-based activities, community educational QPR Gatekeeper Training, and providing varying supports for program participants.

BENEFITS

• Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long-Term Disability, Holiday Pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Life Insurance and Wellness Plan. Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site. Loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers is available.

Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Ridgeview conducts Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records, License/Degree Verification, and Drug Screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check and driving record.