PEER MENTOR

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Family and Community Services (CCFCS) has been serving our community for over 100 years. We walk with people when they are at their most vulnerable as they journey toward independence to reach their full human potential, advocate for those in need throughout all stages of life, and work in partnership with faith communities of all denominations and those who are committed to addressing local needs.

About the role

Provides peer support groups and education for substance use disorder clients utilizing established Peer guidelines and assists in engagement activity. Effectively supports ongoing and collaborative communication amongst all program staff and is responsible for ensuring a trauma-informed care environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual and group support for substance use disorder clients involved in treatment to develop and sustain recovery.
• Transports clients.
• Involved in peer-led educational sessions on recovery principles, spirituality, use of community resources, and other relevant topics.
• Meets individually with clients to support development of their recovery plan, assist in providing motivation, and encourage those struggling with engagement in treatment.
• Completes all necessary paperwork related to client services in compliance with Agency and regulatory standards.
• Participates in relevant Agency meetings and/or trainings.
• Actively pursues development of professional competencies related to job role performance through reading, supervision, in-service training, and attendance at conferences and workshops.
• Awareness and active support of the Agency's Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Plan, including but not limited to supporting Core Competency initiatives of being Collaborative and Community Focused, Innovative and Entrepreneurial, and Culturally Competent and Diverse.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License.
• Certified Peer Recovery Advocate certification or provisional certification required.
• Experience running peer or recovery support groups.
• Lived experience preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete work projects with minimal direction.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes that support agency mission, philosophy, and policies.
• Willingness and ability to foster agency and program-wide cooperation and teamwork through positive and constructive communication techniques.
• Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and use of a registered and reliable vehicle.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type, and/or perform light lifting.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Compliance

• Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards.
• All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS’s corporate compliance & ethics program.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pay

$18.00 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan.
• Generous time off package and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives.