Peer Recovery Navigator

Rural Resources Community Action•Colville, WA

2h•$20 - $21

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Navigator works within the Community Based Teams Department and provides accessible, comprehensive assistance to individuals and families seeking services in the service area. The role supports people in recovery by connecting participants with community resources, collecting client information and demographics accurately, protecting confidentiality, and helping service seekers develop and pursue goals that support sober, healthy, and productive living. The position requires sharing relevant aspects of the navigator’s recovery journey, including current or past involvement with support services or the justice system, so responsibilities can be aligned with and support ongoing recovery. The navigator must also disclose applicable restrictions or legal considerations, such as protective or restraining orders, that could affect the role. This position is based at the Recovery Cafe in Colville, Washington, and is expected to be performed within Washington State.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and lived experience, defined as being a current or past recipient of behavioral health services and/or having past involvement in substance use and being in active recovery; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the skills, knowledge, and ability required to perform the job.
Successful completion of a criminal history background check.
Position must be performed within the State of Washington.

Responsibilities

Provide recovery-focused supportive services using lived experience and knowledge.
Promote goals that support participants’ recovery journeys and empower program participants.
Educate participants and their families about available community resources and help connect them to local services.
Conduct initial interviews with participants and their families to assess eligibility and service needs.
Adhere to HIPAA requirements and protect confidentiality.
Perform other duties as assigned.