About this opportunity
Family and Childrens Association lists this Recovery Peer Advocate opportunity in riverhead, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Recovery Peer Advocate
Location: Riverhead, NY | Schedule: Full- time| Status: Non-Exempt |Salary: $23.62/Hour
The Opportunity
The THRIVE Recovery Residence Peer Advocate will provide recovery support services via coaching and group facilitation onsite at housing programs THRIVE has developed partnerships with. The THRIVE Recovery Residence Peer Advocate will provide majority of services in the field within the housing programs, addressing the needs of residents within the programs.
Responsibilities
Develop strong working collaboration with staff at housing programs that Director has developed partnership with.
Identify in-home needs of residents within housing programs, provide coaching and groups to meet these identified needs.
Identify community based supports, including events at THRIVE Recovery Centers, to connect residents with.
Develop and implement groups onsite at THRIVE Recovery Centers to engage residents in onsite services specific for their housing program.
Assist in developing plans for expanding the agency's presence within the housing programs.
Keep communication open and continuous with agency, supervisor(s), staff & members of the team of new and important information that could support ongoing and development of new programs within the agency. Also keep agency apprised of new developments such as resources, organizations, and agencies as they become available
Provide information and literature about the program to potential clients
Provide monthly reports for agency and agency partners
Position works evenings and 1 weekend day
Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Completion of 30 hours CCAR- Recovery Coach Academy and 16 hours peer ethics training
Relevant life experience required, which includes personal experience living with a disability, history of substance use, or social/emotional challenge, and willingness to draw upon this experience to serve as a role model to support the recovery goals of individuals served.
Familiarity with recovery skills, support services, and local community resources required,
A valid New York State Driver's License is required.
Compensation
The competitive compensation range is reflected with FCA's framework, culture, and values. Individual pay decisions will vary based on skills and experience' while still allowing for growth.
Benefits Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Excellent PTO
403 (B) with generous employer contribution
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life Insurance
Short Term (STD) and Long Term (LTD) Disability Insurance
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
10 Vacation Days, 12 sick days, 4 personal days, 11 holidays and 2 floating holidays per year.
FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Worksite address
riverhead, NY, 11901, US
Who can apply
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