Bilingual Older Adult Peer Specialist - PT

Northeast Independent Living Program Inc•Lawrence, MA

11d•$20 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

The Part-time Older Adult Peer Specialist provides support and assistance to Spanish speaking individuals aged 55+ living in Charlestown and Chelsea, Massachusetts. This role supports the development of self-determination, self-advocacy skills and other strategies that promote mental health recovery and healthy aging. The person must be willing to share their own recovery story when appropriate to promote the well-being of older adults. This position will be required to work up to 20 hours weekly.

Requirements

A person aged 50 years or older, who is fluent in Spanish with lived experience with trauma, mental health issues, or substance use disorders
Willingness to be trained as a Certified Older Adult Specialist
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Must have access to reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience facilitating peer groups strongly preferred, or be willing to complete peer-group facilitation training within the first 12 months of employment

Responsibilities

Meet one-to-one and facilitate groups remotely or in person
Assist in forming wellness goals which will enhance other’s health and wellbeing and provide ongoing support to help them reach those self-identified goals
Collaborate with local community supports to identify individuals who would be interested in this type of support
Facilitate the connection to resources (such as libraries, fitness centers, community events, religious organizations, substance use support groups like AA and NA, etc.)
Complete documentation of services provided following established protocols