Recovery Peer Advocate
Center for Family Life and Recovery•Utica, NY
3h
About The Position
A peer advocate provides outreach, advocacy, mentoring and recovery support services to those seeking or sustaining recovery. Participate as a member of the team providing services to people with behavioral health challenges and linking them to needed services/resources. Peers use their shared personal experience to promote client's recovery, offering support, advocacy and skill development opportunities.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED
- Lived experience in mental health, substance abuse and the criminal justice system
- Willingness to disclose lived experiences.
- Have at least attended Recovery Coach Academy or certifications a recovery peer advocate or peer specialist.
- Current and valid NYS driver's license
Responsibilities
- outreach
- advocacy
- mentoring
- recovery support services
- linking clients to needed services/resources
- offering support
- skill development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
