Street Outreach Engagement Peer
About The Position
The Street Outreach and Engagement Peer uses lived experience to build trust and provide support to individuals navigating recovery, particularly those who are unhoused, in shelters, or disconnected from care. This role focuses on meeting people where they are, physically and emotionally; offering empathy, encouragement, and guidance as they explore pathways to recovery and stability. Working in the community, the Peer engages individuals through outreach efforts, helping them identify goals, access resources, and build confidence in their own ability to move forward. This role emphasizes partnership over direction; walking alongside individuals rather than doing for them.
Requirements
- Lived experience with substance use recovery, mental health challenges, incarceration, housing instability, or related life experiences
- High school diploma or GED
- A clean, valid, unrestricted driver’s license
- Comfort sharing personal experiences in a professional and supportive manner
- Familiarity with navigating systems such as treatment, housing, and benefits
- Strong belief in recovery, growth, and personal empowerment
- Ability to stay organized, manage multiple responsibilities, and work independently
- Strong communication skills (in-person, phone, and written)
- Willingness to learn, grow, and accept ongoing support and supervision
Nice To Haves
- CRPA (Certified Recovery Peer Advocate), or willingness to obtain within 6 months
- NYCPS (New York Certified Peer Specialist), or willingness to obtain within 1 year
- Experience providing peer support or advocacy services
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Responsibilities
- Build trusting relationships with individuals who may feel unheard or disconnected
- Provide non-judgmental listening and share hope through lived experience
- Conduct outreach in the community, including streets, shelters, and events
- Help individuals explore treatment, recovery, and support options
- Support individuals in setting personal recovery and wellness goals
- Connect individuals to resources including housing, healthcare, benefits, employment, and legal services
- Advocate for individuals’ rights and empower them to self-advocate
- Facilitate or support peer groups, workshops, and community events
- Provide emotional support, especially during times of crisis
- Collaborate with service providers to ensure coordinated care and support
Benefits
- Paid holidays from the first day of employment
- Paid lunch break
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, Dental and Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company provided Life, AD&D and Short- and Long-Term disability insurance
- Voluntary insurances including Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
