Peer Navigator – Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Outreach

Overview

The mission of NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center's (NorthPoint) is to create a healthier community. Three pillars provide the foundation for serving the North Minneapolis community: Whole-Person Integrated Care, Building Community Well-Being, and Health Equity.

Whole-Person Integrated Care

NorthPoint offers a continuum of social and health services that integrate medical, dental, and behavioral health with human services to improve quality of life. We strive to serve our community by addressing the physical, behavioral, social, and spiritual aspects of health in culturally responsive and trauma-informed ways.

Building Community Well-Being

A community's sense of well-being includes social, economic, environmental, cultural, and political conditions identified by the members of a community as essential for them to "flourish and fulfill their potential." To build and nurture community well-being, we must understand the population we serve to improve their health, safety, and access to the services they need.

Health Equity

NorthPoint is committed to health equity that requires valuing everyone. We strive to reduce the social, economic, and health inequities experienced by the community and the people we serve. We work with community partners to support people in reaching their full health potential.

Job Purpose:

The Peer Navigator is responsible for helping people with substance use disorders (SUD), and their families avoid the harms of substance use and engage in treatment that works for them.

General Job Statement:

The Peer Navigator is responsible for providing outreach, care coordination, and support to individuals with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and their families residing in North Minneapolis and surrounding communities. Drawing on their lived experience and knowledge of the community, the Peer Navigator will promote harm reduction and trauma-informed practices. This position focuses on building trust with individuals affected by SUD, increasing access to culturally appropriate care, and addressing health disparities. The Peer Navigator will conduct ongoing assessments and provide support, including aftercare following primary treatment, while engaging in outreach activities at various locations, such as neighborhoods, agencies, churches, parks, recreation centers, schools, and with mobile unit teams. Outreach may occur outside of regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, to better meet community needs.

This is a grant-funded position supported by the Minnesota Department of Health through August 31, 2028.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Credentialed as a MN Department of Human Services Certified Peer Specialist or as a Recovery Coach through a State endorsed program.
• Four (4) years of work experience, with demonstrated ability to effectively engage and work with people.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience providing direct services to people with mental health illness and substance abuse disorders.
• Must be able to pass the DHS and all NorthPoint, Inc., background checks.
• Must be free of chemical use problems for at least 2 years immediately preceding their hiring and must sign a statement attesting to the fact.
• Lived experience with SUD or closely related experience, preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of North Minneapolis and its diverse communities is highly desirable.
• Must have a valid driver's license, and access to reliable transportation with current insurance.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Benefits and Perks:

Our workforce reflects the community we service and we work hard to embrace diversity, inclusion and equity. The organization encourages everyone at NorthPoint to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of programs and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance Policy, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage

The passion and dedication of our employees makes this a great place to work! If you are seeking a rewarding and challenging position that makes a difference in the community visit our website at www.northpointhealth.org and express your interest under Employment Opportunities Human Services

EOE

M/F/D/V