PEER NAVIGATOR
Prevention Links Inc•Kenilworth, NJ
•$50,000 - $55,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Peer Navigator provides direct Peer Recovery Support Services (PRSS) using a person-centered, recovery-oriented approach. The position conducts outreach, responds to referrals, provides warm handoffs, supports recovery planning, and connects participants to housing, employment, treatment, and community resources.
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Lived experience in recovery from substance use disorder or co-occurring conditions required.
- CPRS credential or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
- Experience in peer support, outreach, or navigation preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct peer recovery support.
- Maintain participant caseloads.
- Respond to referrals and complete follow-up.
- Connect participants to housing, employment, treatment, and recovery supports.
- Provide tobacco cessation education and referrals.
- Document services in required systems.
- Participate in supervision and ongoing training.
- Represent Prevention Links in the community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
