Recovery Peer Training Specialist

Staten Island, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=56+Bay+Street+Staten+Island+NY+USA+10301) • Behavioral Health

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Title: Recovery Peer Training Specialist

Department: Behavioral Health

Reports To:Director, Recovery Supports & Training

Location: 56 Bay St, Staten Island, NY 10301

Position Status:Full Time

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Pay Rate:$41,600-46,400 annually; excellent benefits package including generous paid time off benefits (4 weeks of vacation plus paid holidays, personal, sick time), employer provided basic life insurance and employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement and fitness reimbursement after 1 year of employment, a retirement plan that includes employer matching, and more!

Community Health Action of Staten Island (CHASI) drives dramatic improvements in the health of New Yorkers by feeding people who are hungry, healing families broken apart by violence, and bridging the gaps between people and the compassionate health care they deserve. CHASI provides outreach, education, prevention, and direct support services for populations most affected by health disparities – people with low or no income, low-income people with chronic illnesses, people with criminal justice involvement, people who use drugs, domestic violence survivors, people of color, and the LGBTQ community.

POSITION SUMMARY:

CHASI’s Next Step Resource and Recovery Center provides opportunities for people in all stages and forms of recovery to deliver and attend individual and group support activities, initiate, and conduct outreach, and events celebrating recovery and reducing stigma associated with substance use. The Center operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and hosts several services including Recovery Center peer-driven individual and group recovery services, counseling and case management, overdose prevention services, harm reduction, and recovery-oriented community outreach, education, and the CHASI Peer Training Institute. The Peer Training Institute is designed to promote professional growth and development for people in recovery from substance use and support the institutions that hire them.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as training lead for the CHASI Peer Institute roster of trainings including the CCAR Recovery Coach Academy, Peer Ethics, and Medication Supported Recovery.

• Support curriculum development and evaluation of training modules related to harm reduction, substance use, recovery support, thriving in the workplace, and skills for working with clients.

• Schedule and coordinate training offerings from CHASI, as well as those that may be offered by partner organizations.

• Register students through FOR-NYC and Protraxx.

• Co-facilitate informational sessions for students through the application process.

• Develop and deliver training agenda and activities.

• Maintain all files and complete data entry and routine reports, on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

• Attend training as needed to ensure competency in service delivery, both in content and skills to ensure the success of the Peer Training Institute.

• Develop and maintain relationships with local community providers and groups serving persons with substance use disorders. Work with community groups to identify training participants.

• Organize peer-led recovery support services including individual and group support and education, events, and outreach services.

• Work with each staff person to encourage and increase participation and opportunities.

• Coordinate with CHASI departments and programs to encourage collaboration and utilization of the Resource Center services and Institute trainings.

• Serve as staff lead on Recovery events committee and work as lead on all special yearly programs.

• Conduct online research and attend continuing education programs/seminars designed to enhance professional competence.

• Participate in Next Step’s Vision Team meetings.

• Design and facilitate learning collaborative sessions for Next Step staff and Peer Training Institute participants.

• Align all activities with CHASI’s mission, core values, and culture.

• Provide office coverage as needed and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 3 years of experience providing peer-led recovery support services and/or facilitation or training on topics related to substance use disorder, harm reduction, or recovery coachingrequired.

• Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) required.

• Demonstrated ability and/or commitment to working effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds with sensitivity to ethnic, cultural, and sexual minorities.

• Knowledgeable with harm reduction and trauma-informed practices, philosophy, and interventions.

• Demonstrated ability to deliver training and support.

• Excellent oral/written communication skills and strong organizational skills necessary.

• Computer literacy: knowledge and ability to use programs such as Microsoft Office suite, and ability to utilize data reporting systems and internet navigation.

• Lived experience in addiction treatment preferred.

• High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree from a related field (Human Services) preferred.

CHASI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring and supporting a diverse staff. People of color, LGBTQ, women, and people with disabilities strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability or marital status.