The Opportunity

We are seeking an individual with lived experience for a Peer position for our SHERPA Program. SHERPA is a specially trained team of peer recovery coaches offering guidance to individuals and families navigating the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment system. SHERPA provides recovery, harm-reduction, and crisis service linkage and emotional support based on the principles of hope, wellness, dignity, and choice.

Responsibilities

• Engage people in strengths-based, trauma-informed peer support at the very beginning stages of their individual recovery plans.
• Demonstrate active listening, respectful motivational interviewing, and treatment of people as the strongest resource in their own recovery.
• Educate participants about the reality and process of recovery, including options for treatment, harm reduction, and safety.
• Provide systems advocacy and guidance to individuals as they navigate the substance use disorder treatment system.
• Provide warm handoffs to treatment providers and/or recovery support services and other community resources.
• Effectively communicate with family, community-based organizations, substance use treatment providers, and community support.
• Document service utilization and outcomes with respect and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required. Undergraduate degree a plus.
• Must obtain NYS Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA or CRPA-P) within 90 days of employment.
• At least 2 years working in a substance use or mental health recovery services as a provider or service recipient required.
• Intermediate computer skills required.
• Valid NYS driver's license with a safe and responsible driving history.

Additional Information

· Salary: $24.73.hr

• Schedule: Full-time (35 hours/week), Non-Exempt.

Benefits Information

• Full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Generous, vacation, sick, personal, and floating holiday time
• 403(b); with generous employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pet Insurance
• Short Term (STD) and Long Term (LTD) Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.73 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Bohemia, NY 11716 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person