Part-time Certified Recovery Peer Advocate

at  Catholic Charities of Long Island

Catholic Charities of Long Island models the love of Jesus by offering dignified and compassionate care to poor and vulnerable neighbors of every faith and background. In-person service at more than 50 sites throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties is inspired by the Gospel call affirming the sacredness of every human life.
CCLI is looking for a part-time Certified Recovery Peer Advocate with a generous heart and a desire to contribute to the well-being of others to carry out our mission on Long Island. By joining our team, you will share in the joy of providing “care with dignity and life with hope.”

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School or Equivalent.
• Certified Recovery Peer Advocate certification (CRPA or CRPA-P).
• Knowledge of substance use disorder treatment modalities.
• Relevant life experience.
• Bilingual capability – Spanish/English – preferred.
• Current, valid NYS driver’s license.

• Utilize life experience to engage people, within the program and in the community, developing brief person-centered service plans and providing referrals to needed services.
• Assist counselors with referring clients to alternative levels of care when clinically indicated.
• Work collaboratively with Hospital Screening Brief Intervention and Referral Treatment Health Coaches to assess individuals’ needs and connect them to treatment and other support services across Suffolk County.
• Remain actively involved and follow up with individuals and/or families after their hospital discharge.
• Promote the Program through information, education and outreach to local communities, agencies and legal/medical professionals. Participate in community events, such as Narcan Trainings, Fairs and Forums.Collect data to assist reporting to funding sources. Document and report contacts to Program Director.