Peer Advocate at THRIVE Wellness and Recovery Inc

City of Watertown, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Peer Support, Advocacy, Resource Information, Self-Help Services, Community Outreach, Communication, Crisis Support, Goal Setting, Referral Services, Training, Relationship Building, Record Keeping, Professional Development, Code of Conduct, Team Collaboration, Substance Abuse Knowledge

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Schedule Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm, flexible weekend/evening hours for potential outreach opportunities in the community SUMMARY The Peer Advocate will provide peer-to-peer support, advocacy, resource information and self-help services as part of a multi-disciplinary team to clients with substance abuse problems in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures. The position is for an individual who has experience with, or knowledge of, the needs of those diagnosed with substance abuse and how to assist them with accessing community resources, etc. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide an encouraging opportunity for individuals in need of substance use and related services to engage in dialogue to enhance their recovery and to offer encouragement in times of crisis. • Assists individuals in articulating personal goals through the use of one-on-one and group sessions as they move toward care and recovery. • Provides linkages, referrals and information regarding community providers. • Communicates effectively with individuals and family members who may be ambivalent about pursuing treatment and assists them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting the victim. • Provides ongoing support and training in the use of personal and community resources following discharge in order to engage individuals and families in services (e.g. telephonic, community, and home based outreach). • Identifies, supports, and consults with providers regarding the development and implementation of effective and/or integrated strategies and the use of evidenced based approaches. • Establishes and maintains relationships with community provider organizations. • Perform a variety of miscellaneous duties as requested to support department and or organization objectives including, but not limited to, completing and maintaining accurate and detailed client case records and related reports as required by agency procedures, filing, and responding to inquiries via phone and email. Maintain professional growth and development by attending staff meetings, events and community coalitions. • Strictly adhere to Peer Advocate Code of Conduct • Will be required to perform other duties as requested or assigned. Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Required: High School Diploma or GED. Experience as a peer/family member, with personal experiences of recovery regarding mental illness and/or substance use conditions. Have or obtain Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) at the time of employment or obtain provisional within 3 months of commencement of employment. Preferred: Prior work experience in peer support activities preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Required: Must possess a valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

The Peer Advocate provides peer-to-peer support and advocacy to clients with substance abuse problems, assisting them in accessing community resources. They also engage individuals in dialogue to enhance recovery and provide ongoing support following discharge.