Coordinator, Peer Recovery Program

New River Community and Technical College•Beaver, WV

10h

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director, Student Service, the Coordinator, Peer Recovery Program is a working coordinator responsible for developing and coordinating peer-based support and recovery programming for students navigating substance use and/or mental health challenges. The position is part of the Academic and Student Affairs division and also serves as a Peer Recovery Coach, using lived experience, advocacy, and care coordination to help students access campus and community resources, maintain academic progress, and achieve personal wellness goals. The position coordinates program initiatives, partnerships, implementation, supervision, data and grant reporting, presentations, and training events. As a Peer Recovery Coach, the coordinator provides mentoring, crisis support, referrals, group facilitation, outreach, advocacy, and resource coordination. The role maintains documentation, tracks student progress, collaborates with college personnel, attends meetings and training, travels among campus locations, and performs other assigned duties. Employment is grant funded and contingent upon continued grant funding.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field.
Self-identify as an individual with lived experience of being diagnosed with a substance use disorder.
Be well established in personal recovery, with at least five years in recovery and no substance use disorder treatment during the preceding six months.
Two years of experience in social work, recovery, or a related discipline; an equivalent combination of education and recent experience may be considered.
Certification as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist.
Valid driver’s license.
Demonstrated knowledge of recovery principles, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction approaches.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality in a higher education setting.
Competence with basic computer applications and documentation systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education, student services, counseling, or case management.
Experience facilitating support groups or workshops for young adults or students.
Familiarity with campus resources, student success programs, and community behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

Coordinate peer recovery initiatives and activities to align with program goals.
Develop peer recovery initiatives, events, and services with faculty, staff, and administration.
Build and maintain partnerships with campus and external community stakeholders.
Assist with project implementation and ensure goals and objectives are met on schedule.
Supervise Peer Recovery Coaches.
Monitor program effectiveness and provide data for grant reporting requirements.
Develop and deliver anti-stigma presentations to the college community and public.
Plan, promote, and host informational sessions and training events.
Provide peer support and mentoring to students in recovery.
Provide crisis support and connect students to appropriate emergency or clinical services.
Coordinate referrals to counseling, health services, academic support, housing, and community-based recovery programs.
Facilitate peer support groups, workshops, and recovery-focused activities.
Conduct student outreach and advocate for access to services and resources.
Provide outreach and early intervention to students in pre-contemplation or contemplation stages or experiencing recurrence of symptoms.
Liaise among students, campuses, communities, and service organizations to coordinate resources.
Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, counselors, and the Student Services team to help prepare students to be work ready upon program completion.
Track student progress and assist with reporting outcomes to the Director of Student Services.
Represent the College and network positively and perform duties in alignment with the institution’s mission, codes of conduct, and ethical practices.
Participate in weekly meetings and conference calls, report progress, and attend required trainings and workshops.
Adhere to institutional policies, procedures, and state regulations.
Travel across various campus locations.
Perform other duties as assigned.