Recovery Peer Specialist

Northeast Independent Living Program Inc•Lawrence, MA

5h•$20 - $25

About The Position

The Recovery Peer Support Specialist builds connections with others who live with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, or traumatic histories. This position is designed to foster a safe and welcoming environment in the Northeast Recovery Learning Community by facilitating peer-run groups within assigned domains and preferably in the Metro North and/or North Shore areas.

Requirements

Must be a peer with lived experience of mental health conditions, substance use disorders, or traumatic histories
Must have completed, or be willing to complete group facilitation training within the first 12 months of employment
Sensitivity to and understanding of all types of oppression, particularly the issues faced by those in recovery of mental health conditions, substance use disorders, or traumatic histories
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Access to reliable transportation
Ability to travel independently

Nice To Haves

Previous experience facilitating peer groups preferred
Bi-lingual/bi-cultural candidates are highly desirable
Experience working with Criminal Justice sector preferred
Preference given to qualified candidates who self-identify as an individual with a disability, in accordance with our mission and federal CIL requirements

Responsibilities

Facilitate weekly peer support groups that focus on mental health recovery and wellness
Provide 1-1 peer support to members of the NERLC community, as needed
Share personal recovery story with peers to help build trusting and mutual relationships
Regularly contribute to the expansion of the NERLC information and referral database to include other resources relevant to recovery, resiliency, and wellness
Assist in the expansion of the NERLC’s programming on recovery, resiliency and wellness
Provide up-to-date information, including specific contact names, for any individual seeking services related to recovery, resiliency, or wellness
Document all requests for information and the subsequent referrals made
As needed, locate sources for new information, provider sites and individual contacts to better meet the needs of those requesting information from the NERLC
Assists in the monthly collection and reporting of data
Model integrity, personal and professional ethics and maintain confidential consumer and organizational data
Maintain a positive working relationship with peers, co-workers, referral sources and others
Work as an effective team member in a collaborative manner
Demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skills, both verbally, written, and in electronic formats
Achieves positive consumer relationships and contributes to a positive public image of the overall organization
Maintains a positive work setting
Commitment to continuous improvement strategies and demonstration of the knowledge, skills and abilities related to this position
Participates in continuing education, training, and staff development opportunities