Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (57258)

Job Details Location: Long Island City Residential – Long Island City, NY 11106 Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Morning Education Level: High School or GED Equivalent Salary Range: $17.78 – $26.68 per hour Travel Percentage: None Job Category: Nonprofit – Social Services About Us Phoenix House of New York – Long Island is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. We provide treatment, housing, and support services for our clients and their families. Benefits 10 Paid Holidays Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Personal and Wellness Time Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for employees scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) Pet Insurance, Legal Support, and other Supplemental Insurance Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program 403(b) Retirement Plan Competitive Wages Responsibilities Engage individuals in consideration of entering treatment Encourage clients to attend treatment or other healthcare services Engage individuals in continuing care services post-discharge Develop treatment/recovery plans Raise awareness of existing social and other support services Model coping skills Assist with applying for benefits Accompany clients to court appearances and medical or other appointments Provide non-clinical crisis support, especially after periods of hospitalization or incarceration; work with participants to identify strengths Link participants to formal recovery supports Educate program participants about various modes of recovery Provide training in using public transportation independently Provide education and support on the use of medication-assisted treatment Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required) Recovery Peer Advocate Certification (CRPA) in good standing (Required) Minimum one year experience providing peer support services (Required) Competencies: Ethical Practices, Judgment, Relationship Management, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Professional Boundaries, Global and Cultural Awareness, Problem Solving, Communication, Teamwork, Crisis Management, Technical Capacity Work Environment This position operates in an indoor office environment and involves regular use of computers, phones, and photocopiers. The role is hybrid/mobile, working between Suffolk County Jails, the community, and a Phoenix House facility. Physical Demands Regularly required to sit, use hands to type, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr Phoenix House of New York