TITLE: Peer Recovery Support

CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time/Hourly

PAY SCALE: 16.00-21.00/HR

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Peer Recovery Coordinator

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Peer Recovery Support will support the efforts in offering peer recovery services in the Mi’kmaq Nation Community, provide group peer recovery services, transport potential recoverees to outside activities and meetings, and be available to represent a life of recovery themselves.

EDUCATION (AND PERTINENT EXPERIENCE): At least one year of sustained recovery from substance use disorder, or lived experience (with family member or friend who has substance use disorder), High school diploma or equivalent, Trained as Recovery Coach in the CCAR model (Connecticut Community of Addiction Recovery) including Ethics.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION: High school diploma or GED, possess a valid driver’s license with no OUI/DUI convictions within the last 2 years, has active Peer Recovery Coach certification (or working towards).

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES REQUIRED: Strong communication skills and is organized and independently driven; Knows or is eager to learn about recovery resources specific to indigenous communities; Aware of recovery support role, and appropriate ethics and boundaries; Engages with recoverees in respectful manner; Helps support recoverees developed goals and expectations to achieve and maintain recovery, based upon recoverees own plan for wellness, Helps recoveree address barriers to recovery and serves as role model and advocate; Maintains knowledge of local resources and helps recoveree make connections with helpful resources, Follows all standards for documentation and adheres to privacy standards that align with state, federal, and Tribal guidelines; Attends regular peer supervision meetings, ongoing training opportunities and continuing development of skills; Excellent communication (both written and oral), and organizational skills; Ability to deal effectively with people, and be sensitive to needs; Strict adherence to state and federal confidentiality laws and regulations; Ability to work effectively with others; Knowledge and skill in prioritizing tasks, Ability to use proper phone etiquette in calling community members for interviews and coordination of program activities.

WORKING ENVIRONMMENT: A mix of regular office environment and in community environments with both on-site and off-site work. Must be willing to travel throughout Aroostook County utilizing any agency vehicles available, or personal vehicle when necessary. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A complete Job Description and an Application can be accessed online at under Job Opportunities, or you can call our office to have an application mailed. An offer of employment will not be made without a successful DHHS, State of Maine background check, and or FBI fingerprint backgroundcheck.

CLOSING DATE: May 20, 2024

Please send the completed Job Application to the following address or email:

Attn: Human Resource

Mi'kmaq Nation

7 Northern Road Presque Isle, Me. 04769

bdiamond@micmac-nsn.gov

The Mi'kmaq Nation practices Native Preference to qualified Native Americans under Public Law 93-638 and is an Equal Opportunity and Service Provider.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Healthcare setting:

• Clinic

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person