Peer Intensive Care Specialist - Knoxville, TN Tennessee Mental Health Consumers' Association - 1.8 Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time $18 - $20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Qualifications Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Recovery peer support High school diploma or GED Driver's License Working with individuals with mental health conditions Peer support advocacy Productivity software Database software proficiency Full Job Description 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: 1. Be current of former recipient of mental health and/or substance abuse services and willing to self-disclose as such 2. 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.

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https://www.tn.gov/behavioral-health/cprs.html 3. High school diploma or equivalent 4. A valid driver's license for the state listed on your home address, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance. 5. Clean Criminal history 6. 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)