Peer Mentor - Manhattan Drug Court

EAC Network • New York, NY

4d • $48,000 - $48,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Join EAC Network as a Peer Mentor for our Manhattan Diversion Courts Case Management & Recovery Support Services program! Are you passionate about supporting various populations and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 120 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated full time Peer Mentor to join our Manhattan Diversion Courts Case Management & Recovery Support Services program! Salary: $48,000 per year Schedule: 9AM-5PM, Monday- Friday Location: 60 Lafayette Street Room 3A1 in New York City Primary Purpose of Job: The Peer Mentor’s primary job responsibilities are to provide peer support, advocacy, and linkage services to individuals enrolled in the program. The successful candidate must be a self-starter and be willing to use their lived experience to help others who are seeking recovery from substance use issues. The Peer Mentor will work as a fully integrated team member providing culturally responsive peer recovery support services to individuals in the Brooklyn misdemeanor treatment court program.

Requirements

• Minimum of High School Diploma or educational equivalent required
• Lived experience in substance use and have knowledge of the criminal justice system.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Must possess computer skills and the ability to navigate the electronic health record (EHR).
• Knowledge of substance use disorder recovery process.
• Understand the therapeutic benefit of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
• Able to work with diverse populations (ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, etc.).
• Demonstrate commitment to providing quality services and adhering to outcome driven performance measures.

Nice To Haves

• NYS Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or Peer credential preferred

Responsibilities

• The Peer Mentor will provide support for individuals enrolled in the Manhattan Diversion Court programs that are having difficulty connecting to services.
• Provide a peer-to-peer relationship to support individuals in recovery and family members with sustaining recovery and overall wellness so they can achieve their goals with in-person visits at the office, or in the community and/or telehealth services.
• Assist program staff with implementation of treatment goals to help individuals achieve their goals.
• Willing to escort participants to treatment providers and appointments as needed.
• Utilize program assessment tools to monitor the client's mental health/substance use and care needs.
• Provide information and referrals to individuals and families for social and recovery support services, counseling, and linkages to prevention and treatment.
• Provide harm reduction education, such as Narcan kits, Fentanyl/Xylazine strips, and other information to enrolled individuals.
• Participate in supervision and team meetings; participate in agency trainings and workshops, and other trainings.
• Prepare and maintain client case records and statistics as required by the standards set by EAC grant guidelines.
• Document in the NYS Unified Court system program all services provided to participants and maintain all aspects of documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Be willing to facilitate peer run groups.
• Perform all other relevant duties as determined by Supervision and EAC NETWORK Administration.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with a 3% match after anniversary, 30 days Paid Time Off in your first year, and 14 Paid holidays.
• Additional Perks: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, PlumBenefits, Verizon wireless discounts.
• At EAC Network, you will find more than just a job – you will find a supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth.
• We champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered.
• We offer many roles with flexible and hybrid schedules to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, and our generous PTO policy and Summer Fridays ensure you have time to recharge.
• Our commitment to wellness also earned us the 2024 Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna.
• Additionally, EAC employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• At EAC Network, you are part of a team making a difference in our communities across Long Island and New York City, every day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED