Peer Specialist - Opioid Treatment Program

Helio Health • City of Utica, NY

9d • $17 - $19

About The Position

Helio Health is seeking a Peer Specialist / Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) to support individuals in recovery as they regain independence in their communities, sustain their recovery, and improve their overall health. The position is based in Helio Health’s Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) and is full-time. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Compensation is $17.00–$18.67 per hour. Full-time hires are eligible for a sign-on incentive of up to $1,500.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalency.
• CRPA certification is required within six months of hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.
• Ability to confer empathy through lived experiences, such as those involving family or close friends; the individual need not be in recovery personally.

Nice To Haves

• One year of health or human services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with individuals to develop person-centered recovery plans.
• Link patients to social and other community support services.
• Teach individuals and family members coping skills.
• Support applications for benefits.
• Provide non-clinical crisis support after hospitalization or incarceration.
• Accompany individuals to court appearances and medical appointments.
• Engage individuals with formal recovery support services.
• Educate individuals and family members about different modes of recovery.
• Use personal recovery experience to help individuals articulate recovery goals.
• Assist individuals with Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP), personal recovery goals, self-help groups, and other recovery-focused groups.
• Refer individuals and families to healthy leisure opportunities and helpful community resources.
• Use and teach problem-solving techniques and lead discussions about overcoming common daily living problems.
• Discuss ways to overcome negative self-talk and fears, and identify signs of potential relapse.
• Teach and role-model the value of individual recovery experiences and appropriate coping techniques.
• Help individuals develop empowerment skills and combat stigma through self-advocacy.
• Complete reporting and record keeping.
• Consult with other professionals.
• Provide non-clinical crisis response.
• Encourage other Peer Specialists to pursue the CRPA credential.
• Participate in program administrative and clinical committees as assigned.
• Represent the agency in the community and promote agency values.
• Perform quality assurance activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including dental and vision coverage for employees and families.
• Paid vacation and sick leave, with no waiting period for accruals.
• Paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday.
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
• Company-paid short-term disability insurance.
• Company-sponsored life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Sign-on incentive of up to $1,500 for full-time hires.

What This Job Offers

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