What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Recovery Peer Advocate position at Family and Children's Association?
Location: Riverhead|Schedule: Full Time 35 hours per week, one weekend day needed, work hours will vary|Salary: $23.63 per Hour
The Opportunity
FCA is seeking a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate for THRIVE, (A Center for Transformation, Healing, Recovery, Inspiration, Validation and Empowerment) Long Island's First Recovery Center.
Responsibilities
- Implement use of skills/needs assessment instrument with recoverees.
- Assist in development of individual recovery plans with recoverees and monitor progress.
- Provide mentoring and identification of obstacles.
- Match recoverees with available skills and resources.
- Implement specific programs, groups and activities to meet attendee needs.
- Recruit and train volunteers.
- Promote and assist in facilitation of special events.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of Recovery Coach Training Academy (minimum 28 hours).
- Knowledge of recovery and community resources.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Computer proficient in MS Word and database systems.
- Social media experience preferred.
- Experience in delivery of peer recovery services and supports preferred.
- Must be able to travel to the East End if needed.
- Training experience preferred.
- Valid and clean driver's license.
Compensation Information
- The competitive compensation range is reflected with FCA's framework, culture, and values. Individual pay decisions will vary based on skills and experience' while still allowing for growth
Benefits Information
- Full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Generous PTO
- 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 (EAP)
FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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