Gender-Responsive Peer Support Specialist

About the role

The Pathfinder Network (TPN) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1993 that provides support and services to individuals and families affected by the justice system. TPN serves over 3,000 people annually through a variety of programs, including cognitive behavioral-based courses and holistic wraparound support.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group peer support services to justice system-involved individuals.
• Wrap-around support to peers with services, referrals, resources, and assist in removing barriers to recovery and resilience.
• Transport clients, as necessary, to appointments and services.
• Facilitate classes and support groups using standardized curriculum and delivery model.
• Engage in shared leadership and continuous growth and learning.

Requirements

• Lived experience with addiction and recovery and criminal justice involvement.
• Certification or eligibility to be certified as a Certified Recovery Mentor, Peer Support Specialist or Traditional Health Worker.
• Released from prison/jail and completed all forms of community supervision no less than 3 years ago.
• Minimum of 2 years recovery from substance use dependence.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a motor vehicle during work hours that is covered by adequate car insurance.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to gain access to correctional facilities.
• Pass a criminal history background check, employment verification, and drug screen.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience delivering peer support services.
• Awareness of Trauma-Informed practices and approaches.
• Experience working with mental health and substance abuse treatment agencies.
• Experience facilitating groups.
• Basic level computer capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

TPN offers a generous compensation package including:

• Generous paid time off (12 accrued vacation days + 12 accrued sick days during your first year of employment, mental wellness hours).
• 17 paid days of significance each year.
• Paid 30-minute lunch breaks.
• Employer-paid employee-only medical, vision and dental coverage starting first day of employment.
• Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Assistance Program, and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account.
• 401k retirement plan with 3% employer match, fully vested immediately.
• Employer-paid short-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment.
• Supplemental virtual healthcare for employees and dependents.
• Public Service Student Loan forgiveness.
• Employee recognition program, staff appreciation awards and swag store.
• Bilingual pay differential for eligible positions.
• Shared Leadership model and opportunities to contribute to agency success and growth.
• Development opportunities and trainings.

Pay

This is a non-exempt, full-time position. The hiring range for this position is $23.33 - $24.03 per hour, DOE.

Schedule

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Typical days of work are Monday through Friday, depending on shift assignments. Shifts may include afternoon and evening hours.