Gambling Peer Support

Connecticut Renaissance • Norwalk, CT

418d • $58,240 - $60,320

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Specialist will provide part-time case management support to clients in the Problem Gambling Program across Norwalk, Stamford, and Bridgeport. The role focuses on promoting self-sufficiency and recovery from problem gambling through peer support and counseling.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; an Associate's degree in Human Services or related field is preferred.
• Driver's License required.
• Experience working with clients in recovery or knowledge of recovery processes.
• Experience engaging and working with clinical personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare correspondence and other materials.
• Proficient with computers.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in addiction medicine or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Provides peer support, financial recovery counseling, and case management to promote recovery from problem gambling.
• Introduces clients to and assists with adjustment to Gamblers Anonymous/Gam-Anon programs and other community supports.
• Assists clients with the voluntary self-exclusion process.
• Participates in professional training, outreach, and public education services as assigned, including appearances at conferences and workshops.
• Documents clinical activities in client records as required.
• Assists the Program Manager and clinical staff as directed.
• Attends training pertinent to the position and the organization as a whole.
• Demonstrates continued development of knowledge about the history, traditions, values, and family systems of the groups served, using appropriate methodological approaches and techniques that reflect cultural understanding.
• Understands and adheres to compliance standards as per agency policies and procedures, completing all required training in a timely manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 403(b) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Bereavement leave
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: High school or GED