MOAR - Western, MA Regional Coordinator

Bay State Community Services Inc•Hadley, MA

1h•Hybrid

About The Position

Do you want to make a difference and be part of the Peer Recovery Movement? For the past 30 years Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery (MOAR) has been organizing recovering individuals, families, and friends into a collective voice educating the public about the value of recovery from alcohol and other addictions. MOAR envisions a society where addiction is treated as a significant public health issue and recovery is recognized as valuable to our communities. Job Summary The Regional Coordinators will represent MOAR in their respective regions working with the recovery community and other partners. They will create Action for Recovery Teams (ARTs) by engaging new members, sustaining current members, and developing volunteer opportunities. The coordinators will facilitate meetings, support training, and guide peer supportive activities. They will maintain the organizational mission and values through all related projects. They will also ensure inclusivity and diversity in the peer to peer network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Human Services or related degree with a minimum of two years professional experience or two to five years of progressive (forward thinking/innovative) experience with addiction recovery community organizing and support services
Computer skills : Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, Concur, and ADP
Community organizing experience
Proven expertise in the addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery continuum of care
Knowledge of the recovery and peer movement, including problem gambling recovery
Cross-cultural skills and experience with culturally diverse populations
Knowledgeable and supportive of multiple pathways of recovery
Demonstrated facilitation, presentation, event planning, and community organizing skills
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, inclusive of social media
Lived experience in personal recovery for a minimum of two years
Valid driver’s license; the ability to travel throughout the region
Ability to work nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual (Spanish speaking) a plus

Responsibilities

Develop and coordinate Action for Recovery Teams
Recruit, orient and develop peer volunteers
Provide ongoing support for volunteers and members
Prepare agendas and support materials for volunteers
Facilitate peer, community, and policymaker educational meetings and events
Assist with ongoing development, operation, and support of peer driven services
Support implementation of MOAR projects
Fulfill quality assurance and administrative functions by gathering data to complete their weekly reporting documentation
Attend scheduled staff, committee, and supervision meetings; Attend MOAR events
Share information with Communication Coordinator for development of newsletters and other communications

Benefits

Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance?
Eye-Med Vision Benefits?
Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance?
Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
Employee Assistance Program?
35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays including Juneteenth and 8 Sick Days)
Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment)
Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness
Tuition Assistance
Mileage reimbursement
Extensive Training Program
Monthly Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU's for obtaining/retaining license - LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW)
Supervision for Licensure and Specializations
Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings
Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices