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Peer Support Specialist at Old Colony YMCA
Brockton, Massachusetts, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Lived Experience, Substance Abuse Recovery, Parenting, Addiction Support, Caregiver Support, Treatment Planning, Skill Development, Support Network Building, Provider Connection, Advocacy, Driving

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description
"Turn your lived experience into someone's lifeline — join us at the Old Colony Y as a Peer Support Specialist. The Peer Support Specialist is a trained para-professional with lived experience who will deliver services to caregivers where they are living, or in community locations. The services are designed to support a caregiver who has an open DCF case and who are on their recovery journey from a substance use disorder, and is doing so, to prevent child maltreatment/neglect and to promote family functioning.   JOB FUNCTIONS: * Engage and meet with caregivers no less than twice per week * Assess their recovery needs and develop a treatment plan * Assist caregivers in developing skills to maintain recovery * Assist in the development of a support network * Connect caregivers with providers * Attend, engage and advocate for caregivers in treatment meetings, review meetings, court etc Qualifications * Lived experience of substance abuse, maintaining recovery and parenting * Experience working with people who experience addiction as well as experience working with parents of youth * High School Diploma required * Valid drivers' license, clean driving record, & personal automotive insurance required. Use of a personal vehicle and able to drive an average of 2-4 hours perday. Mileage reimbursement is provided for daily travel * Must be able to sit, walk, stand, bend, stoop, and climb stairs
Responsibilities
The Peer Support Specialist will engage with caregivers at least twice weekly to assess recovery needs, develop treatment plans, and assist in building skills for sustained recovery. This role involves connecting caregivers with necessary providers and advocating for them in various meetings, including treatment and court settings.