Certified Peer Recovery Advocate

Cayuga Medical Center • Cortland, OH

5d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Cayuga Health is hiring a Certified Peer Recovery Advocate to support peers in their recovery. The role includes helping peers develop recovery plans, learn and practice new skills, monitor their progress, and use effective coping skills. The advocate may attend court and other system meetings as a support, facilitate peer support groups, and support peers in advocating for themselves to obtain effective services.

This is a full-time, onsite position in Cortland, New York, with a standard pay rate of $18.50–$22.00 per hour plus benefits. Cayuga Health describes its work environment as collaborative and values excellence, integrity, compassion, and stewardship.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to multitask.
• New York State Certification as a Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA).
• Ability to satisfactorily complete required background screenings.
• Experience as a peer or family member, with personal recovery experience related to mental illness and/or substance use conditions.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Basic understanding of addiction and chemical dependency treatment.
• Knowledge of and strict adherence to the Peer Advocate Code of Conduct.
• Excellent client service and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in peer support activities.
• Possess and maintain a valid New York State driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Help peers develop recovery plans.
• Help peers learn and practice new skills.
• Help peers self-monitor their progress.
• Model effective coping skills.
• Attend court and other system meetings as a support.
• Facilitate peer support groups.
• Support peers in advocating for themselves to obtain effective services.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED