Peer Advocate

Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston•Bath, NY

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care for all people. We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and comforting environment that feels like being home. We proudly employ people from all backgrounds and experiences. If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of others, join a team that changes lives every day. Be a part of something truly special.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Peer Specialist Certification or Recovery Peer Advocate Certification is required
At least one year of relevant experience working with substance use disorders and/or serious illness
Must have knowledge of behavioral health system and resources
Must have familiarity and sensitivity to mental health and substance use challenges

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish/English) is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assists individuals in seeking and obtaining benefits and entitlements, food, shelter, permanent housing, etc.
Assists individuals with linkage to and system navigation within behavioral health and allied human services systems to access appropriate care.
Assists individuals in advocating for self-directed services.
Assists individuals in companionship and modeling of recovery lifestyle, including participation in recovery activities that might be beyond the scope of treatment providers (e.g. recovery celebration event, attending a social event, etc.)
Raises the awareness of existing services, pathways to recovery and helping individual in removing barriers that may be blocking access to his/her recovery.
Assists individuals in selecting and utilizing self-directed recovery tools such as Relapse Prevention Planning and things that bring a sense of purpose and meaning into his/her life.
Assists individuals in connecting to natural supports that enhance the quality and security of life.
Assists individuals in making connections to self-help groups in the community.
Provides recovery education and coaching for individuals on the waiver and their family members.
Offers one to one peer support.
Assists the individual in assimilating into his/her community.
Provides a bridge for an individual leaving jail, prison, institution or general hospital and moving into a residential setting.
Provides companionship when an individual is in an emergency room or crisis unit or preparing to be admitted to detox, residential or other services to deal with crisis.
Provides peer support in the individual’s home or in the community to support them before (or in) a crisis or relapse.
Develops crisis diversion or relapse prevention plans.
Maintains accurate documentation of all services provided to individuals in accordance with standards set by funding sources in the Electronic Health Record database.
Participates in team meetings, case conferences, and case reviews.
Participates in staff, department, and agency meetings or activities.
Represents Catholic Charities of Livingston County on appropriate boards and committees as assigned by supervisor.
Assures compliance with all applicable local, State and Federal regulations and agency policies.
Attends mandatory training.
Completes other duties as assigned.