Peer Support Center Manager CPRS Position Available In Roane, Tennessee

Peer Support Center Manager

CPRS 3.4 3.4

out of 5 stars Harriman, TN RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center, has an immediate opening for a full-time (30 hrs/wk) Peer Support Center Manager at our Oak Ridge location. The scheduled days will be Tuesday-Friday, 10am-6pm. Ridgeview has been named a 2024 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel, which is a testament to our staff who unite behind the idea of One Ridgeview. 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. HOPE | HEALING |

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“Where life’s complexities are met with hope”

REQUIREMENTS A

High School Diploma or GED is required at minimum. Applicant for this position must be a current or former mental health consumer with a minimum of two years experience working in the mental health field or a Certified Peer Specialist (CPRS). If not a CPRS, must be qualified and willing to obtain Peer Specialist Certification within one year of hire. Applicant must demonstrate computer literacy skills in Word, Excel and Outlook. Prior supervisory/ leadership experience, certified to teach WRAP, BRIDGES and Wellness classes is desired. A valid Driver’s License and safe driving history is required. The ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written forms of communication is necessary.

JOB DUTIES A

consumer-run Peer Support Center is a central place for consumer self-help, advocacy, and education about mental health issues and resources. The Peer Support Center Program Manager will have responsibility in development with the PSC Coordinator, a program that meets the needs of consumers, standards and requirements of Ridgeview and the Grantor. Duties include general oversight of day to day programming, assisting in hiring, training and evaluating staff and providing documentation in regards to consumers attending. Manager will serve as a ambassador for Ridgeview and advocator for mentally ill and co-occurring adults in the community.

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. ind123