Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (57833)

Summary Are you ready to join a dynamic team of dedicated values-based leaders and professionals who are committed to creating a healthy, addiction-free world? As a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate at Phoenix House, you will provide non-clinical crisis support and help individuals define and direct their own treatment/recovery plan, backed with guidance, structure, support, and navigation assistance from a peer and a clinical team. If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply and help us build a healthier, addiction-free future together. Job Details Location: Long Island City, NY 11106 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School or GED Equivalent Salary Range: $17.78 - $26.68 hourly Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Shift: Morning 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. Our core values—Integrity, Compassion, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward Thinking—guide our approach, ensuring each person receives evidence-based care that promotes dignity and wellness. By upholding these values, we empower people to rebuild their lives with hope, accountability, and support. What We Offer Phoenix House of NY is proudly offering 100% employer-paid medical insurance for all eligible employees and their dependents! (10) Paid Holidays Paid vacation, sick time, personal and wellness time Medical, dental and vision insurance for those scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance A generous tuition reimbursement program 403(b) retirement plan Competitive wages and more… Responsibilities Engaging with an individual to consider 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. Modeling coping skills. Assisting with applying for benefits. Accompanying clients to court appearances and medical or other appointments. Providing non-clinical crisis support, especially after periods of hospitalization or incarceration. Working with participants to identify strengths. Linking participants to formal recovery supports. Educating program participants about various modes of recovery. Travel training – to use public transportation independently. Education and support on the use of medication-assisted treatment. Qualifications REQUIRED EDUCATION: High School Diploma or Equivalent. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Recovery Peer Advocate Certification (CRPA) in good standing. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum one year experience providing peer support services. Competencies (KSA’s) 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 job operates in an indoor office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. 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