Recovery Navigator

Northwest Family Services Recovery Navigator works collaboratively with the Multnomah County Department of Human Services (DHS) team, serving parents with open Child Welfare cases where their mental health has been identified as a barrier to re-unification. Latinx Recovery Navigator acts as a peer mentor and subject matter expert supporting DHS staff in navigating best practices for supporting the Latinx community access substance use treatment.

What you'll do:

· Work cooperatively with DHS staff during the client’s engagement, treatment, and recovery phases.

· Provide DAST and treatment readiness screeners while meeting with clients to determine their course of treatment.

· Using a trauma-informed and culturally aware approach, meet with clients in the community to assist treatment connection and motivation.

· Provide referrals to clients and their families for the appropriate services and resources.

· Connect with clients and share relevant personal experiences in order to facilitate the client’s recovery.

· Act as a support for the client and their family.

· Serve as a role model to clients and their families.

· Regular attendance is required.

· Other duties as required.

General Responsibilities

· Provide support to other Recovery Navigation staff.

· Create and maintain a robust referral network.

· Share mental and physical health resources and education with community members.

· Follow the protocol, policies, and procedures of the department and agency.

· Maintain accurate documentation on a consistent basis.

· Complete and submit reports as needed.

· Maintain confidentiality of client information and comply with HIPAA guidelines.

· Provide culturally responsive services that are equitable, respectful, and relevant to people from a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and orientations.

· Attend meetings and trainings as required.

· Regularly participate in professional development.

Who you are:

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Bilingual/Bicultural required.

· A self-identified person who has been in recovery from substance use addiction for a minimum of two years.

· Current Certified Recovery Mentor through MHACBO is preferred.

· Demonstrated knowledge of community and social service agencies.

Organizational Culture

Northwest Family Services, through our mission, practices and the services we offer, are committed to the belief that all people deserve dignity and respect. As we serve our communities, we will continue to work together to listen, to learn, and to act to overcome historic values and structures that have led to discrimination and inequities.

We are committed to creating a culture of belonging, where all staff are valued and given opportunity to grow and succeed equitably. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, primary language, ethnic background or socioeconomic status. NWFS pursues policies, strategies, and programs which promote cultural responsiveness in our daily work. We seek staff who share our vision and commitment to our communities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Portland, OR 97222 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $26