Hermitage Comprehensive Treatment Center
Peer Support Specialist
Hermitage Comprehensive Treatment Center, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Peer Support Specialist/Recovery Coach
Full Time Schedule: Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Our Benefits
Semi-Annual Bonus Program
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Competitive 401(k) plan
Paid vacation and sick time
Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
Our Team Hermitage Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Hermitage, TN, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication‑assisted treatment in the nation. Our clinical team provides compassionate, high‑quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from opioid use disorder.
Your Job As a Peer Support Specialist/Recovery Coach Peer Support Specialist supports and assists patients in their recovery from opioid use disorder, breaking down barriers to treatment and bridging the various entities that help an individual maintain productive, long‑term recovery. The role also assists patients in developing skills and enhancing strengths to avoid relapse and successfully navigate the full continuum of care and the road to long‑term recovery.
Job Responsibilities
Provides peer support to clinically complex patients, drawing on common experiences as a peer; validates each individual's experiences and provides guidance and encouragement to take responsibility and actively participate in their own recovery.
Engages patients referred to treatment at the initial point of contact, clinic or other community provider, to expedite screening for the appropriate level of care.
Acts as an advocate and mentor to patients in recovery to promote decision making, empowerment and engagement.
Acts as a role model for patients by sharing effective coping techniques and self‑help strategies to promote personal growth and development in handling internal and external stressors, positive health, wellness and lifestyle choices.
Provides peer support knowledge related to treatment including methadone, buprenorphine or extended‑release naltrexone injection maintenance treatment.
Acts as a liaison between patients, clinical team and community resources, including but not limited to assisting patients in seeking and receiving services to meet their individual social needs, acquiring housing, necessities, skills for independent living, establishing relationships with primary care providers or additional medical care, linking patients to employment opportunities, and assisting with life and social skills, education, and other needs identified by the individual.
Serves as a consultant and subject matter expert in MAT and patient participation in community support groups such as Narcotics Anonymous and Celebrate Recovery.
Updates healthcare team regularly on the patient's status, including changes in mood or functioning, medical issues and all crisis and health and safety issues.
Documents all “no shows,” and communicates all difficulties contacting patients with appropriate office staff.
Documents services provided regularly, concisely, and completely in accordance with clinical standards and policy guidelines.
Attends all office trainings as well as regular clinical supervision sessions with assigned supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility.
Qualifications Required Education & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
No previous work experience in the field is required, although highly preferred.
Prefer direct experience in substance use disorder (SUD) through personal life experiences, instruction/internships, or similar practicum through education or certification process.
Ideal Experience
Personal or professional experience in addiction recovery, ideally with lived experience and a demonstrated commitment to supporting others in their recovery journey.
Familiarity with Medication‑Assisted Treatment (MAT) approaches, including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone, and the ability to support individuals engaged in MAT services.
Experience facilitating peer‑led support groups or one‑on‑one recovery coaching, focusing on empowerment, motivation, and goal setting.
Understanding of recovery‑oriented and evidence‑informed practices, such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), wellness planning, and relapse prevention support (note: not expected to provide clinical therapy).
Basic documentation skills, including progress notes and recovery plan updates, in accordance with organizational guidelines and peer support best practices.
Awareness of confidentiality and privacy standards, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, as they relate to peer support and behavioral health settings.
Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary care team, collaborating with counselors, nurses, case managers, and medical staff to support holistic recovery.
Licenses/Certifications
TN CPRS Certification
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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Our Benefits
Semi-Annual Bonus Program
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Competitive 401(k) plan
Paid vacation and sick time
Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry
Our Team Hermitage Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Hermitage, TN, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication‑assisted treatment in the nation. Our clinical team provides compassionate, high‑quality counseling and therapy to patients seeking recovery from opioid use disorder.
Your Job As a Peer Support Specialist/Recovery Coach Peer Support Specialist supports and assists patients in their recovery from opioid use disorder, breaking down barriers to treatment and bridging the various entities that help an individual maintain productive, long‑term recovery. The role also assists patients in developing skills and enhancing strengths to avoid relapse and successfully navigate the full continuum of care and the road to long‑term recovery.
Job Responsibilities
Provides peer support to clinically complex patients, drawing on common experiences as a peer; validates each individual's experiences and provides guidance and encouragement to take responsibility and actively participate in their own recovery.
Engages patients referred to treatment at the initial point of contact, clinic or other community provider, to expedite screening for the appropriate level of care.
Acts as an advocate and mentor to patients in recovery to promote decision making, empowerment and engagement.
Acts as a role model for patients by sharing effective coping techniques and self‑help strategies to promote personal growth and development in handling internal and external stressors, positive health, wellness and lifestyle choices.
Provides peer support knowledge related to treatment including methadone, buprenorphine or extended‑release naltrexone injection maintenance treatment.
Acts as a liaison between patients, clinical team and community resources, including but not limited to assisting patients in seeking and receiving services to meet their individual social needs, acquiring housing, necessities, skills for independent living, establishing relationships with primary care providers or additional medical care, linking patients to employment opportunities, and assisting with life and social skills, education, and other needs identified by the individual.
Serves as a consultant and subject matter expert in MAT and patient participation in community support groups such as Narcotics Anonymous and Celebrate Recovery.
Updates healthcare team regularly on the patient's status, including changes in mood or functioning, medical issues and all crisis and health and safety issues.
Documents all “no shows,” and communicates all difficulties contacting patients with appropriate office staff.
Documents services provided regularly, concisely, and completely in accordance with clinical standards and policy guidelines.
Attends all office trainings as well as regular clinical supervision sessions with assigned supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility.
Qualifications Required Education & Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
No previous work experience in the field is required, although highly preferred.
Prefer direct experience in substance use disorder (SUD) through personal life experiences, instruction/internships, or similar practicum through education or certification process.
Ideal Experience
Personal or professional experience in addiction recovery, ideally with lived experience and a demonstrated commitment to supporting others in their recovery journey.
Familiarity with Medication‑Assisted Treatment (MAT) approaches, including methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone, and the ability to support individuals engaged in MAT services.
Experience facilitating peer‑led support groups or one‑on‑one recovery coaching, focusing on empowerment, motivation, and goal setting.
Understanding of recovery‑oriented and evidence‑informed practices, such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), wellness planning, and relapse prevention support (note: not expected to provide clinical therapy).
Basic documentation skills, including progress notes and recovery plan updates, in accordance with organizational guidelines and peer support best practices.
Awareness of confidentiality and privacy standards, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, as they relate to peer support and behavioral health settings.
Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary care team, collaborating with counselors, nurses, case managers, and medical staff to support holistic recovery.
Licenses/Certifications
TN CPRS Certification
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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