TN Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) assists in providing a safe, fun, and supportive environment where individuals with a mental illness or addiction gain confidence, build social skills, and engage in learning and leisure activities with peers. The CPRS will achieve the program goal and operation through various job duties to include actively facilitating groups and activities on recovery topics. The CPRS assists clients with articulating personal goals for recovery; assisting participants in determining reasonable and holistic steps in recovery; and identifying barriers to recovery goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Verbalize understanding of what recovery means and articulate it to others.
• Assist clients with identifying personal strengths in daily living and recovery skills.
• Be professional, with 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 that may include group preparation, meal preparation, provide transportation via company van.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Utilize excellent communication skills and the ability to meet requirements of certification. 
• Basic computer literacy is required.
• Willing to share personal recovery story to assist others.
• Be active in own recovery and model recovery in a positive way.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level              

High school diploma or GED is required.

Years of Experience       

• 18 years of age or older.
• Lived Experience with Mental Illness/ Substance Use Disorder. Minimum of one year of recovery.

Certification/Licensure 

• Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.
• Must acquire F-endorsement within 30 days of hire date.
• CPRS Certification is required. Must be able to verify completion of state-approved training program. If not currently certified, must be certified within 90 days of hire unless otherwise approved by the supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 10%

Sitting – 90%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting (up to 15 lbs) – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$15.75--$22.00

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• 403b retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off and ten paid holidays

• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)

• Employee Resource Groups

• Continuing education opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.