Young Adult Regional Peer Recovery Specialist - MyPIR

Bay State Community Services Inc • Brockton, MA

5d • $22 - $23

About The Position

The Young Adult Regional Peer Recovery Specialist draws on personal lived experience of recovery and healing to inspire hope and help young adults achieve their personal goals. The role promotes self-determination, personal responsibility, and young adult empowerment. The specialist provides peer support, education, and community connection, and helps young people find their own recovery pathways. Driving is required. The position is per diem, offers a flexible schedule, and is limited to up to 20 hours per week. The employer qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Requirements

• Lived experience with sustained recovery.
• Experience working with young adults and understanding their developmental needs, feelings, physical characteristics, and emotional challenges during early recovery from substance use disorder.
• Knowledge of recovery resources available in local Massachusetts communities.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and current proof of insurance.
• Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check, as required by the program.

Responsibilities

• Use personal recovery from substances to support other young people.
• Provide young people with a voice in their communities.
• Plan recovery activities that bring young people together.
• Run peer support groups for young people.
• Provide education and support to young people.
• Work as part of a team of recovery specialists who support one another.
• Organize and participate in community recovery events in the area.
• Help young people find their recovery pathways.
• Participate in a statewide group of young people who are in recovery.
• Drive as required.

Benefits

• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed