Peer Support Specialist - Ithaca

Peer Support Specialist

We are Hiring!

Location: Ithaca, NY Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: Starting at $18.00 an hour

As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities of the Finger Lakes serves Ontario, Wayne, Seneca, Cayuga, and Yates Counties with quality human service programs and advocating for social justice. We work with community partners to meet human needs and affect public policy that addresses the needs of all people. Together we make our community stronger, safer, and more inclusive.

If you're looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!

About the Role

The Peer Support Specialist will act as a mentor, advocate and ally to participants in the Drug Treatment Court and/or Family Treatment Court, as applicable.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients in all stages of recovery by recognizing personal strengths and setting goals by creating a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP).
• Meet with participants throughout the county, wherever they are housed, including community residences, homeless shelters, jail, hospital, and wherever they require services.
• Establish healthy social connections and assist clients in life skills building by demonstrating a safe and sober lifestyle.
• Transport and or escort participants to court appearances, off-site referrals, sober support meetings and community services, as needed.
• Assist participants with any general issues that may impair their recovery.
• Maintain ongoing communication with supervisor(s) and or CCFL Care Coordinator(s), as applicable, of participants' progress
• Coordinate or assist in coordination, based on funder directives, of group activities and or community events for Alumni Group.
• Lead or provide support, based on funder directives, to the Alumni Group maintaining ongoing contact with alumni and encouraging continued participation after graduation from the treatment program.
• Participate in staff meetings and other CCFL-related meetings/events.
• Participate in Continuous Quality Improvement efforts for the program and for the agency.
• Complete required agency and program reports in a timely manner.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Well-rooted in own recovery.
• A minimum of five years of experience working with substance use and mental health community preferred.
• Knowledge of administrative record keeping and filing system.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, administrative record keeping functions and filing systems.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.

Relevant combination of education and experience will be considered

Top Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
• Generous time off package and work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives

Join us and help make a positive impact in our community! Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet