POSITION SUMMARY

Peer Advocates serve as role models for participants and educate them about self-help techniques and self-help group process; teach them effective coping strategies, sometimes based on personal experience; assist them in clarifying their goals for rehabilitation and recovery; and help them to develop support systems. Peer Advocates perform a range of tasks which are designed to assist participants in regaining personal control over their lives and over their own recovery processes. Peer Advocates model competence and the possibility of recovery and assist participants with gaining the perspective and skills that facilitate recovery.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Engaging with an individual that is considering entering treatment. Engaging a client to attend treatment or other healthcare services. Engaging an individual in continuing care services post-discharge. Raising awareness of existing social and other support services. Helping peers develop Recovery Plans. Learning and practicing new skills. helping peers self-monitor their progress. Modeling effective coping skills. Attending court and other system meetings as a support. Facilitating non-clinical peer support groups; and Supporting another peer in advocating for themselves to obtain effective services.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/AND QUALIFICATIONS

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) High School diploma or GED Ability to work with participants, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences Ability to be empathetic and supportive to client instructing, demonstrating, modeling, and encouraging appropriate behavior and skills

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person