Young Adult Regional Peer Recovery Specialist - MyPiR at Bay State Community Services Inc

Hyannis, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recovery Support, Peer Support, Community Engagement, Event Organization, Education, Team Collaboration, Empowerment, Self-Determination, Personal Responsibility, Communication, Youth Advocacy, Substance Use Disorder Knowledge, Lived Experience, Emotional Support, Planning, Organizational Skills

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description We are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program! Join this statewide movement and make a difference in the lives of young adults today! The Young Adult Recovery Support Specialist draws from their own lived experience of recovery and healing to inspire hope and help peers achieve their personal goals by promoting self-determination, personal responsibility, and young adult empowerment. What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference... Use your recovery from substances to help other young people Provide young people a voice in their communities Plan recovery activities that bring young people together Run Young People peer support groups Provide education and support to young people Be part of a team of recovery specialists who support one another Organize and participate in community recovery events in your area Help other young people find his/her/their recovery pathway Be part of a statewide group of young people that are proud to be in recovery Driving is required Schedule: Part Time; 16-20 hours per week Requirements Lived experience with sustained recovery Experience working with the young adult population, their developmental needs, feelings, physical characteristics, emotional challenges young adults experience in early recovery from SUD. Knowledge pertaining to available recovery resources in local Massachusetts communities Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record and current proof of insurance Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Contact Information: recruitment@baystatecs.org 857-374-5669

Responsibilities

The Young Adult Recovery Support Specialist uses their recovery experience to assist young adults in achieving their personal goals. They facilitate peer support groups, organize recovery activities, and help connect young people with recovery resources in their communities.