Jonathan Hooper Earns CPRC Credentials, Strengthening DCH’s Peer Recovery Services

Daviess Community Hospital (DCH) proudly announces that Jonathan Hooper, a Peer Recovery Specialist with DCH’s Peer Recovery Services, successfully passed the exam to earn his Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) credentials in September. Hooper, a resident of Freelandville, IN, is 3.5 years into his journey of recovery from methamphetamine and alcohol addiction.

Hooper began his career with DCH on May 6 after transitioning from a construction background. A single father to Delilah Pearl Hooper, Jonathan is deeply committed to his work, stating, "I love to encourage others to give recovery a chance and show them that anything is possible if they are willing to try. I’m very passionate about this job.”

With his new credentials, Hooper is now better equipped to support individuals facing substance use disorder (SUD) through DCH’s Peer Recovery Services. These services offer vital resources to those in recovery, providing instrumental, informational, and affiliation support. Peer Recovery Specialists, like Hooper, draw on their personal experiences to guide clients through treatment, recovery pathways, and connections to support groups.

For more information about DCH’s Peer Recovery Services, visit dchosp.org/peerrecovery or call (812) 254-2760.

About Peer Recovery Services
DCH’s Peer Recovery Services provides crucial support for those struggling with SUD, individuals on the path to recovery, and their families. Peer Recovery Specialists utilize their lived experiences to help clients connect with treatment options, mental health services, housing, and other essential resources, while offering encouragement and celebrating their successes.