Full-time Lead Peer Support Specialist

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment & Recovery Centers•Town of Malone, NY

1d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment and Recovery Centers is hiring a full-time Lead Peer Support Specialist for its Malone Outpatient Clinic in Malone, New York. The role provides peer support services to engage individuals considering treatment, reinforce current patients’ participation in treatment, and connect patients with community-based recovery supports consistent with treatment, recovery, and discharge plans. The position works Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and pays $20.00 to $22.00 per hour. It requires a high school diploma or NYSED-approved High School Equivalency (HSE) and CRPA/CRPA-P certification. The work is performed in a trauma-informed environment, with adherence to Sanctuary commitments and the organization’s stated values.

Requirements

High school diploma or NYSED-approved High School Equivalency (HSE).
CRPA/CRPA-P certification.
Experience working with diverse populations and outside community sources.
Detail-oriented, with professional communication skills.
Proficiency in word processing, computer operations, and telephone systems.
Commitment to working in a trauma-informed environment and adhering to Sanctuary commitments.

Responsibilities

Engage individuals who are considering entering treatment.
Encourage clients to attend treatment or other healthcare services.
Engage individuals in continuing care services after discharge.
Develop recovery plans.
Raise awareness of existing social and other support services.
Model coping skills.
Assist clients with applying for benefits.
Accompany clients to court appearances and medical or other appointments.
Provide non-clinical crisis support, especially following hospitalization or incarceration.
Work with participants to identify their strengths.
Link participants to formal recovery supports.
Educate program participants about various modes of recovery.
Provide travel training to help participants use public transportation independently.
Provide education and support regarding the use of medication-assisted treatment.