Peer Recovery Specialist - East Tennessee State University : Job Details

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Department: Office of Practice Pay Grade: 8 Job Category: Support Staff Job Summary: Since 1990, the ETSU College of Nursing has established a network of 7 nurse-managed practice sites that now provide nearly 30,000 primary care and outreach visits each year to underserved clients in the upper northeast Tennessee region. These sites range from caring for our faculty, staff, and students to caring for some of our most vulnerable residents of Northeast Tennessee. ETSU College of Nursing, is seeking a full-time Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, located on the main ETSU campus in Johnson City, TN. The Peer Recovery Specialist provides essential support for the state-funded SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) project. This includes conducting screenings, brief interventions, and referrals for substance use disorder treatment. This position will collaborate with clinic staff and community partners to coordinate care and improve recovery outcomes. Responsibilities also include tracking patients, collecting project data, and ensuring the effective operation of SBIRT services. Additionally, this position involves outreach and building supportive relationships with individuals in recovery. The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services and programs including: Paid time off & leave 17 paid holidays Educational Assistance Health and Life Insurance Retirement Access to University facilities, services and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at:. ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding. Disclaimer: The job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list if all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of community resources to address substance use, including alcohol and drug treatment options. Knowledge of motivational interviewing and substance use disorder intervention strategies. Ability to work independently and proactively manage tasks. Ability to function within the scope of Certified Peer Recovery Specialist credentials. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Proficiency in computer software, including word processing and database management. Organizational skills to track patient care and manage project data. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job across various settings in the classroom, simulation, clinical, and/or community as required and/or needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to position self and balance. The employee must occasionally move (including lift, carry, push, and pull) up to 100 pounds or more. The employee must be able to perceive and respond to sounds and alarms; communicate effectively with others; be able to observe and monitor situations and details at close range in full and dimmed light. The employee may be required to move and/or stay in a stationary position in various settings for up to 12 hours at a time in addition to the preparation and closure of a clinical shift. Rapid mobility may also be required on occasion. Physical expectations of an assigned clinical facility may vary and be subject to change. Stress levels may be high due to frequently dealing with numerous students, patients, family members, and other healthcare providers. This position demands concentration and the ability to work in emotionally charged situations. Required Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent and four (4) years experience in the field of addiction care, including working with those who have a diagnosis of substance use disorder and/or behavioral addictions. OR Associates degree in social work, or related field, and two (2) years experience in the field of addiction care, including working with those who have a diagnosis of substance use disorder and/or behavioral addictions. OR Bachelors degree in social work, or related field, and one (1) year of experience in the field of addiction care, including working with those who have a diagnosis of substance use disorder and/or behavioral addictions. Must have a TN Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Certification. Completion of an approved Certified Peer Recovery Specialist training program including required supervision components. Lived experience in recovery from substance use, mental health, or co-occurring disorders, with a commitment to the recovery process. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in social work or related field. Experience working in healthcare or clinical settings. Experience with outreach efforts and building connections with individuals in recovery. Salary: based on experience Posting Detail Information Posting Number: SS01682P Is this position subject to a criminal background check?: Yes Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source?: Yes Open Date: 11/05/2024 Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: Support Staff/Clerical positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants. The review of applicants begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Pursuant to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ( CMS ) Vaccine mandate, candidates may be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID -19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law. An official transcript may be required upon hire. Copies and/or unofficial transcripts will be acceptable for application purposes only. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.