Certified Recovery Peer Advocate
About The Position
A Spanish version of this position is available upon request La version de esta posicion esta disponible en Español si es requerida BHSN, one of the fastest growing organizations providing whole person care in the region, is in search of passionate individuals to join our rapidly growing team! Your role at BHSN: As a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate at BHSN, you will provide non-clinical support services as identified in the patient's treatment or recovery plan. CPRAs may also help those in treatment/recovery in the development of recovery plans, effective coping habits, and life skills for navigating recovery.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/G.E.D. required
- NYS OASAS Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) with CCAR Certificate or progressing toward certification is required.
- Must have an understanding of and respect for each individual’s unique pathway to recovery.
- Peer Advocate must have a working knowledge of the substance use disorder treatment systems, support services, and a demonstrated commitment to the Recovery Community.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy required.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
Nice To Haves
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide non-clinical crisis support, especially after periods of hospitalization or incarceration
- Administer Recovery surveys to consumers, family members, employees, and stakeholders.
- Provide or facilitate client’s education, and assist the client in understanding recovery services.
- Proactively engage clients and possess communication skills/ability to transfer new concepts, ideas and insight to others.
- Assist in setting up and sustaining self-help (mutual support) groups.
- Support the vocational choices of client and assist him/her in overcoming job-related anxiety.
- Assist in building social skills in the community that will enhance quality of life.
- Support the development of natural support systems.
- Provide support in court rooms for individuals working through criminal justice matters, or accompany individuals to doctors' appointments if needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous benefits, including personalized health coverage, paid time off, and holiday pay
- Community discounts, loan forgiveness & more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
