REPORTS TO: Project Director
DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
HOURS: 35 hours/week
PAY: 38K Annually
QUALIFICATIONS:
Lived experience relevant to client population. Must have Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or NYS Peer Specialist Certification. Minimum 1 year experience working with individuals with substance use diagnoses. A valid and clean NY State driver’s license. Fingerprinting, criminal record check, and approval from NYS Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services.
JOB FUNCTION:
Provide direct services and become a natural support expert for clients to support their recovery goals on a community based multi-disciplinary treatment team for individuals with substance use disorder diagnoses who identify as members of the LGBTQA+ Community. Serve as a positive peer role model of community functioning and provide informal counseling and peer supports to those with SUD.