Certified Recovery Peer Advocate

Phoenix House Of New York • Hauppauge, NY

108d • $17 - $26

About The Position

The Community Outreach Associate is a Peer Advocate that leads engagement initiatives with our recovery community, the community-at-large, and with elected officials. Through a thorough understanding of Phoenix Houses of NY programming, the Community Outreach Associate facilitates Opioid Overdose Education & Naloxone Distribution (OEND) and joins colleagues in conducting community engagement events that build community recovery vision, increases awareness and access to care, and challenges stigma.

Requirements

• Certified Recovery Peer Advocate or Provisional (CRPA/CRPA-P)
• And/or Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• At least one year of experience in Outreach.
• Able to use computers and information technology.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite or related software is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of the team.

Responsibilities

• Identify and conduct countywide outreach to target populations and partners.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community partners.
• Conduct information workshops and trainings.
• Provide recovery coaching.
• Support the procurement of in-kind donations.
• Participate in the design and implementation of an outreach plan.
• Maintain data and documentation evidencing activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed