Peer Recovery Advocate

Lower Eastside Service Center•New York, NY

2d•$37,000 - $45,500

About The Position

BASIC FUNCTION: The Peer Recovery Advocate uses their lived experience with substance use and recovery to engage, inspire, and guide residents through the transitional housing journey. The Peer Recovery Advocate builds trusting peer relationships while also assisting clients with identifying and securing permanent housing opportunities. MAJOR DUTIES: Conduct proactive outreach and build trusting relationships with tenants, including those who are disengaged or at risk Provide one-on-one peer support and recovery coaching using lived experience Perform regular wellness check-ins and monitor tenant well-being Support housing stability by reinforcing lease expectations and identifying early risk factors (e.g., arrears, isolation, non-compliance) Assist tenants in accessing and navigating medical, mental health, substance use, and social services (e.g., HRA, SNAP, SSI) Accompany tenants to appointments when appropriate and support follow-through Facilitate peer-led groups focused on recovery, life skills, and wellness Collaborate with case managers and interdisciplinary team members, including participation in case conferences Maintain timely, accurate documentation in compliance with program and regulatory requirements Respond to crises using de-escalation techniques and connect tenants to appropriate clinical or emergency supports Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided in accordance with agency and funder requirements. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience with the drug treatment environment and the particular risks related to long-term opiate use or stimulant use disorder.
Demonstrated skills in engagement.
Available to work a flexible schedule as required.

Responsibilities

Conduct proactive outreach and build trusting relationships with tenants, including those who are disengaged or at risk
Provide one-on-one peer support and recovery coaching using lived experience
Perform regular wellness check-ins and monitor tenant well-being
Support housing stability by reinforcing lease expectations and identifying early risk factors (e.g., arrears, isolation, non-compliance)
Assist tenants in accessing and navigating medical, mental health, substance use, and social services (e.g., HRA, SNAP, SSI)
Accompany tenants to appointments when appropriate and support follow-through
Facilitate peer-led groups focused on recovery, life skills, and wellness
Collaborate with case managers and interdisciplinary team members, including participation in case conferences
Maintain timely, accurate documentation in compliance with program and regulatory requirements
Respond to crises using de-escalation techniques and connect tenants to appropriate clinical or emergency supports
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided in accordance with agency and funder requirements.
Other duties as assigned.