Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge, a leader in offering treatment programs to those battling addiction, is seeking a dynamic individual to fill our opening for a Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS).

If you want to be a part of a Star Tribune Top Workplace that is rated as having the “Most Meaningful Work” amongst Minnesota large employers, we would welcome the opportunity to meet you!

Mn Adult & Teen Challenge is seeking a Peer Recovery Support Specialist to join our team in helping transform lives. When you work for MnTC, you're a part of culture recognized for work life balance, supportive managers and employee appreciation!

"At MnTC, I'm a part of a family team; I get to make a difference in the lives of others, and I feel valued & appreciated." - current employee who's been with the organization for over 23 years

Essential duties and responsibilities: (FT, 7am -3pm)

• Provide 1:1 Peer mentoring and a strength based approach for identified participants on a regular or as needed basis.
• Provide assistant to clients in the form of filling out forms, making call, and accompanying clients to appointments/court.
• Maintaining accurate and thorough documentation for all contact, communication, and services rendered with clients.
• Meeting with PRSS supervisor weekly for supervision.
• Mentoring through self-disclosure of personal recovery experiences.
• Accompanying persons and/or help schedule activities that support recovery such as self-help groups, obtaining sponsorship.
• Assistance accessing resources to obtain housing, employment, education, and advocacy
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Personnel Supervised:

None

Minimum Qualifications:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• High school diploma or jurisdictionally certified high school equivalency
• Obtain a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Credential (CPRS) through the Minnesota Certification Board.

• Strong ability to relate to and mentor people with life-controlling problems.
• Ability to successfully complete background check process.
• Documented one year freedom from chemical use problems (including tobacco, drugs, alcohol).
• Must possess a MN state driver’s license or be willing to transfer out of state license to MN state driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6-12 months working knowledge in the field of substance abuse use disorder and/or mental health.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills
• Competent computer skills and ability to effectively enter information into various systems.

Physical Demands:

Sitting for extended periods of time. Daily use of computer, phone, and other general office and treatment facility equipment. Lifting (max 25 pounds), able to climb stairs, minimal reaching, bending, and stooping.

Educational/Experience:

High school diploma or jurisdictionally certified high school equivalency

Licenses & Certifications

• Certified PRS

Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization