Peer Recovery Specialist - Gambling Harms (GH)

Independent Living•Chappaqua, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Independent Living, Inc. (ILI) is seeking a Peer Recovery Specialist for Gambling Harms (GH) to support individuals impacted by gambling-related harms. This full-time, non-exempt position is designed for individuals with lived experience in gambling harms who are passionate about supporting others in their recovery journey. The role involves providing peer-based recovery support, education, advocacy, and community outreach within the Recovery Community Outreach Center (RCOC). The goal is to promote prevention, harm reduction, and recovery awareness within the community, empowering individuals to live independently and participate fully in their communities.

Requirements

Personal lived experience with gambling harm and a commitment to supporting others in recovery
High School Diploma or GED
Certification or training as a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA), CRPA-Provisional (CRPA-P), or Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC), or willingness to obtain certification within required timeframes
Strong communication, public speaking, motivational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to build trusting relationships with individuals, referral sources, clinicians, and community organizations
Understanding of recovery-oriented systems of care, harm reduction principles, and multiple pathways to recovery
Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and personal wellness while supporting others
Sensitivity to diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and family backgrounds
Flexibility to work occasional evenings or adjusted schedules based on program needs

Nice To Haves

Completion of the OASAS 30-hour Gambling Harm Peer Support Training
Experience facilitating peer support groups or recovery-focused educational workshops
Knowledge of community-based behavioral health and recovery resources
Experience conducting outreach, advocacy, or public awareness initiatives
Training in trauma-informed care and crisis support strategies
Familiarity with co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges related to gambling harms

Responsibilities

Engage with individuals who are recovery curious or in various stages of gambling harm recovery
Facilitate one-on-one peer recovery support sessions
Conduct educational groups focused on the prevention and mitigation of gambling-related harms
Support the development and maintenance of mutual aid and peer support groups within the RCOC and community
Provide support to individuals experiencing pre-crisis or crisis situations
Conduct community outreach, public awareness activities, and educational presentations related to gambling harms and recovery resources
Connect individuals and affected family members with prevention, treatment, harm reduction, financial counseling, and recovery support services
Administer or offer OASAS-approved gambling screening tools within the RCOC and community settings
Collaborate with referral sources and community partners including OASAS providers, healthcare organizations, and recovery support services
Share lived experience, recovery strategies, mentoring, and skill-building support to encourage hope and self-empowerment
Educate participants on recovery principles, self-care, balanced living, and co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns
Support engagement in evidence-based prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and recovery services
Ensure gambling recovery support resources, educational materials, and recovery activities remain current and accessible
Assist in developing outreach and promotional materials related to gambling recovery support services
Participate in agency meetings, community collaborations, trainings, workshops, and recovery-related events
Complete required documentation and monthly reporting in accordance with OASAS requirements