Peer Navigator - Certified Recovery Peer Advocate

Responsibilities

• Direct Care of Recovery Services (70%)
  • Provide orientation to individuals regarding the process of their treatment when they begin accessing services.
  • Work with individuals and their case manager/social worker to create and execute a Recovery Wellness Plan (coach clients to transition from a professionally directed service plan to a self-directed Recovery plan).
  • Evaluate progress.
  • Advise, guide, and train individuals through their recovery process as needed.
  • Escort individuals to appointments with agencies, self-help groups, and other community resources as needed.
  • Identify and support linkages to community resources that support the recovering person’s goals and interests.
  • Promote self-advocacy by assisting individuals to have their voices fully heard; their needs, goals, and objectives established as a focal point of rehabilitation and clinical services.
  • Report problematic issues, obstacles, and accomplishments experienced by individuals working toward their respective recovery goals to their case manager/social worker.
  • Promote and participate in outreach to inform community members about the Center’s services.
  • Provide orientation of CRW services for community members.
  • Assess the needs of people who come to the Center to match them with the appropriate services.
  • Actively identify and support linkages to community resources that support the recovering person’s goals and interests.
  • Identify barriers to accessing community resources and develop strategies to overcome them.
• Administrative support (20%)
  • Maintain information database pertaining to peer activities.
  • Accurately and efficiently document interactions with individuals inappropriate files and electronic databases.
• General Responsibilities (10%)
  • Participate in recovery programming at the CRW.
  • Develop relationships with community groups/agencies in partnership with the Center.
  • Adhere to agency and program-specific policies and procedures.
  • Attend staff meetings, training, and other pertinent events as recommended by supervisors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 1 yrs. work experience.
• NYS Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or (CPRA-P)- required.
• Knowledge of the addiction recovery process.
• Familiarity with 822 outpatient treatment systems.
• Understanding of and respect for an individual’s unique pathway to recovery.
• Familiarity of HCBS Behavioral Health “peer service” model.
• Skills in active listening, motivation, and awareness of self.
• Strong work ethic, particularly in a customer and team setting.
• Experience with culturally diverse populations in an addiction service setting.
• Experience in electronic database systems preferred.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule including weekends.

Desired Skills And Experience

• Adaptability
• Coaching
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Empowering Others
• Building Relationships

Benefits

• Generous PTO Policy
• Competitive Salary
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• 403b Retirement Plans
• Discount Perks for Movies, Broadway Shows, Amusement Parks.
• Etc
• Free Gym Membership to our Manny Cantor Center Gym & 14 TH ST Y Gym
• Discounts to programs at Educational Alliance

Physical Demands

• Regular, predictable attendance and punctuality are required.

Limitations and Disclaimer

• The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
• Educational Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.