PEER MENTOR

Description

Provides peer support groups and education for substance use disorder clients utilizing established Peer guidelines, and assists in engagement activity. Effectively supports ongoing and collaborative communication amongst all program staff and is responsible for ensuring a trauma informed care environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides individual and group support for substance use disorder clients involved in treatment to develop and sustain recovery.
• Transports clients
• Involved in peer led educational sessions on recovery principles, spirituality, use of community resources and other relevant topics.
• Meets individually with clients to support development of their recovery plan, assist in providing motivation and encouragement to those that are struggling with engagement in treatment.
• Completes all necessary paperwork related to client services in compliance with Agency and regulatory standards.
• Participates in relevant Agency meetings and/or trainings
• Actively pursues development of professional competencies related to job role performance through reading, supervision, in-service training and attendance at conferences and workshops.
• Awareness and active support of the Agency's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan. Including, but not limited to, supporting the Agency's Core Competency initiatives of being Collaborative and Community Focused, Innovative and Entrepreneurial, and Culturally Competent and Diverse
• Other duties as assigned

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required

Additional Requirements:

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required

Credentials: Valid and clean NYS Drivers License. Certified Peer Recovery Advocate certification or provisional certification required.

Experience: Minimum of four years in recovery from chemical dependency and knowledge and experience running peer or recovery support groups. Recovery Peer Coach training preferred.

Salary : $18