Full-Time Peer Recovery Support Specialist (Tuesday - Wednesday, Saturday 10:00am to 8:00pm)

Job Title:                    Peer Recovery Specialist

Reports to:                 Residential Program Manager

Level:                          Experienced

Location:                    Nashville

Classification:           Full-time, non-exempt

Education:                 CPRS Certification preferred

Mission:         

To provide a continuum of evidence-based substance abuse and mental health services for women in an environment of faith and healing to restore hope and a lifetime of recovery.
 

Summary:

The Peer Recovery Specialist is responsible for providing client supervision in a structured, supportive treatment environment, while communicating with and accessing the support of Clinical staff.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties include the following:

• Assist clients in articulating personal goals for recovery using one-to-one and group sessions. During these sessions the PRS will support clients in identifying and creating goals and developing recovery plans with the skills,
• strengths, supports and resources to aid them in achieving those goals.
• Assist clients in working with their treatment team in determining the steps he/she needs to take in order to achieve these goals and self-directed recovery.
• Assist clients in setting up and sustaining self-help (mutual support) groups, as
• well as means of locating and joining existing groups.
• Assist in leading aftercare group and events.
• The PRS models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
• Independently or with periodic assistance of other treatment team members, utilize and teach problem solving techniques with individuals and groups; discussions will be utilized where clients will share common problems in daily living and methods they have employed to manage and cope with these problems.
• As one who has availed themselves to addiction and / or mental health services, the PRS will share their own experiences and what skills, strengths, supports and resources they use.
• As much as possible, the PRS will share their own recovery story and as the facilitator of these sessions, will demonstrate how they have directed their own recovery.
• Use ongoing individual and group sessions to teach clients how to identify and
• combat negative self-talk and how to identify and overcome fears by providing a forum which allows group members and PRS to share their experiences. By using
• identified literature, media, etc. clients will gain hope, learn to identify their
• strengths and combat negative self-talk.
• Provide timely and professional documentation to support each client/resident interaction and coordination of services per the documentation guidelines of TNDR.
• Participate in continuing education activities, remaining knowledgeable in areas related to the focus of the residential program.  
• Attend meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor.
• Be available to residents for immediate concerns or needs and direct to appropriate staff.
• Perform urine drug screens/breathalyzer as assigned and on suspicion.
• Remain engaged and available during shift.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required. Associate degree or some college preferred
• 1-year minimum experience working with target population preferred
• Knowledge of substance abuse/addiction issues or related work experience preferred
• Obtain Peer Recovery Specialist certification within one year of working as a Peer Recovery Specialist
• Flexibility to work any shift preferred
• Possess proficient computer skills including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to establish and maintain professional therapeutic boundaries

Other Requirements:

• Possess proficient computer skills Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Valid Driver’s license.

All Employees will adhere to the following professional standards:

• Honor the agency mission:  The mission of The Next Door Recovery is to live out our faith by providing a continuum of evidence-based substance abuse and mental health services for women in an environment of faith and healing to restore hope and a lifetime of recovery.
• Consistently treat residents and co-workers with the utmost respect.
• Keep ALL information regarding staff, residents, diagnosis, group information, etc. confidential at all times.
• Work as a necessary part of the team effort.
• Model ethical and professional behavior at all times.
• Participate in ongoing meetings and trainings as required by the leadership of The Next Door Recovery.
• Be creative and assist leadership with ideas for improving the overall quality of the services and environment for the residents of The Next Door Recovery.
• Encourage and live the core values of The Next Door Recovery, Inc., at all times: 
  • Love