Hope United Peer Recovery Specialist

Company: Helen Ross McNabb Center
Location: Knoxville
Posted on: January 13, 2026

Job Description:

Hope United Peer Recovery Specialist Help Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life. Do you want to make a difference in people's lives every day? Or help people navigate the tough spots in their life? And do it all while working where your hard work is appreciated? You have a lot of choices in where you work…make the decision to work where you are valued! Join the McNabb Center Team as the Peer Recovery Specialist today! The Peer Recovery Specialist Job Summary - The Hope United Peer Specialist/Recovery Coach serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, providing support to assist clients, family members and others impacted by substance use disorder and overdose reversal. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonable related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. 1. Daily Staff Duties. - Demonstrates non-judgmental support 1:1 with individuals and families around overdose reversal. - Offers support, education and/or referral as needed depending on the stage of change the individual or family is in and as needed for reducing stigma. - Offers 1:1 counseling/ Recovery Coaching utilizing motivational interviewing. - Responds to emails, and voicemails within 1 business days. - Completes Staff Daily Duties assigned by supervisor before the end of each shift. - Follow Daily Schedule as assigned in the hospital and community setting as required. 2. Complete all required documentation within designated time frames. - Completes contact sheets daily. - Keeps all private and/or confidential information in secure location with a locked file cabinet or in approved locked HRMC bags. - Completes logs, screening, follow up and other requested documentation accurately and on time. - Assists team leader with data, scores, measurements and other information as appropriate with the goal of outcome reporting, Quality Assurance measurement and stakeholder satisfaction. 3. Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. - Must be punctual and maintain good attendance record. - Maintains healthy two-way communication with all internal and external customers to effectively assist the people we serve. - Demonstrates willingness to promote a harmonious work environment by maintaining a positive and professional working relationship with all tam members, supervisors and other stakeholders. - Communicates and approaches conflict with a problem-solving approach seeking a win/win outcome. - Presents in a professional manner and adheres to appropriate boundaries in each setting, acting as a positive representative of the team, agency and community. COMPENSATION: - Starting salary for this position is approximately $20.68/hr based on relevant experience and education. QUALIFICATIONS - Hope United Peer Recovery Specialist Experience / Education: - Must have experience as behavioral health services consumer and/or Lived recovery experience. - A bachelor's degree in a health-related field of counseling, psychology, social work, or three years' experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, or co-occurring diagnoses preferred. - Has or is willing to obtain the State of Tennessee Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Training and complete the following to be eligible for state certification: Attend the 5-day training facilitated by State Certified Trainers. Gain 75 hours of work or volunteer experience in Peer Recovery services - Must have coursework and/or experience and understanding in the areas of cultural diversity, human development, and treatment of substance use disorder, understanding of trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, crisis intervention referral and knowledge of overdose reversal. - Experience working with special populations including individuals with Co-occurring Disorders, substance use disorders and mental health disorders. - Computer experience is helpful as timesheets, training modules and email are computer-based. - Experience working in a community or hospital setting is preferred. - Regular attendance is an essential job function. - Strong knowledge of community resources and referrals is required. - Must be able to share your experience, strength and hope with those who have been revived from overdose in a hospital or community setting. - Must practice unconditional positive regard toward persons who have experienced overdose reversal and their families and significant others. Physical/Emotional/Social - Skills/Abilities: - Exposure to biological hazards. - Hearing of normal and soft tones. - Close eye work. - Lifting up to 50 lbs. - Pushing/pulling up to 150 lbs. - Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. - Regular attendance is an essential job function. - Required to be certified in CPR/First Aid and trained in Handle with Care de-escalation techniques. (training provided) - Valid driver licenses. - F-endorsement. Location: - Knox County, Tennessee Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference! Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Compensation details: 20.68-20.68 Hourly Wage PI1269761d77d4-37156-39232815

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