Community Engagement Specialist (CPRS) - Middle Tennessee
Crossroads, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450
Overview
Crossroads Treatment Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Since 2005, Crossroads has been at the forefront of treating patients with opioid use disorder. Crossroads is a family of professionals dedicated to providing the most accessible, highest quality, evidence-based medication assisted treatment (MAT) options to combat the growing opioid epidemic and helping people with opioid use disorder start their path to recovery. This comprehensive approach to treatment, the gold standard in care for opioid use disorder, has been shown to prevent more deaths from overdose and lead to long-term recovery. We are committed to bringing critical services to communities across the U.S. to improve access to treatment for over 26,500 patients. Our clinics are all outpatient and office-based, with clinics in Georgia, Kentucky, New Jersey, North and South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and patients.
Responsibilities
Day in the Life of Community Engagement Specialist (CPRS) includes building and maintaining strong relationships with physicians, therapists, social workers, healthcare professionals, and any other individuals or organizations to generate referrals.
Educate healthcare professionals and community stakeholders about Crossroad’s treatment programs and services related to opiate use disorder.
Organize and conduct presentations, lunch-and-learns, and other educational events to increase awareness and referral rates.
Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure seamless communication and follow-up with referred clients.
Utilize software and other tools to track leads, manage relationships, and report on referral activities.
Represent the clinic at conferences, trade shows, and networking events to expand outreach and visibility in the community.
Maintain accurate records of activities, expenses, and outcomes for reporting and analysis purposes.
Work with ER’s and Navigators to develop admission and intake workflows to Crossroads.
Provide any needed resources for patients.
Referrals to outside providers.
Finding any additional resources that patients may need.
Education and Experience requirements
Must be at least 18 or older
High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required
Must be a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) or be eligible to acquire the certification
Hours, Schedule, and Travel Position works Mondays - Fridays around 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM / 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Some weekends may be required based upon business and community needs.
Position Benefits
Have a daily impact on many lives.
Excellent training if you are new to this field.
Mileage reimbursement (if applicable) Crossroads matches the current IRS mileage reimbursement rate.
Community events that promotes belonging and education. Includes but not limited to community cook outs, various fairs related to addiction treatment and outreach, parades, addiction awareness for schools, and holiday events.
Opportunity to save lives everyday!
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
PTO
Variety of 401K options including a match program with no vesture period
Annual Continuing Education Allowance (in related field)
Life Insurance
Short/Long Term Disability
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Mental Health day
Calm subscription for all employees
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Crossroads Treatment Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Since 2005, Crossroads has been at the forefront of treating patients with opioid use disorder. Crossroads is a family of professionals dedicated to providing the most accessible, highest quality, evidence-based medication assisted treatment (MAT) options to combat the growing opioid epidemic and helping people with opioid use disorder start their path to recovery. This comprehensive approach to treatment, the gold standard in care for opioid use disorder, has been shown to prevent more deaths from overdose and lead to long-term recovery. We are committed to bringing critical services to communities across the U.S. to improve access to treatment for over 26,500 patients. Our clinics are all outpatient and office-based, with clinics in Georgia, Kentucky, New Jersey, North and South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and patients.
Responsibilities
Day in the Life of Community Engagement Specialist (CPRS) includes building and maintaining strong relationships with physicians, therapists, social workers, healthcare professionals, and any other individuals or organizations to generate referrals.
Educate healthcare professionals and community stakeholders about Crossroad’s treatment programs and services related to opiate use disorder.
Organize and conduct presentations, lunch-and-learns, and other educational events to increase awareness and referral rates.
Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure seamless communication and follow-up with referred clients.
Utilize software and other tools to track leads, manage relationships, and report on referral activities.
Represent the clinic at conferences, trade shows, and networking events to expand outreach and visibility in the community.
Maintain accurate records of activities, expenses, and outcomes for reporting and analysis purposes.
Work with ER’s and Navigators to develop admission and intake workflows to Crossroads.
Provide any needed resources for patients.
Referrals to outside providers.
Finding any additional resources that patients may need.
Education and Experience requirements
Must be at least 18 or older
High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required
Must be a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) or be eligible to acquire the certification
Hours, Schedule, and Travel Position works Mondays - Fridays around 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM / 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Some weekends may be required based upon business and community needs.
Position Benefits
Have a daily impact on many lives.
Excellent training if you are new to this field.
Mileage reimbursement (if applicable) Crossroads matches the current IRS mileage reimbursement rate.
Community events that promotes belonging and education. Includes but not limited to community cook outs, various fairs related to addiction treatment and outreach, parades, addiction awareness for schools, and holiday events.
Opportunity to save lives everyday!
Benefits Package
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
PTO
Variety of 401K options including a match program with no vesture period
Annual Continuing Education Allowance (in related field)
Life Insurance
Short/Long Term Disability
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Mental Health day
Calm subscription for all employees
#J-18808-Ljbffr