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PEER ADVOCATE

$48k - $50k

Hamilton Madison House

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Hamilton-Madison House seeks a full-time Peer Advocate to provide peer support, community education, outreach, and recovery-focused services for individuals impacted by substance use disorder and/or mental health challenges. The Peer Advocate will use lived experience and recovery principles to promote hope, wellness, and connection to supportive resources.

This position requires participation in training to become a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) if the candidate has not already obtained the certification. The role will focus on facilitating peer support groups, providing recovery education, building community connections, and supporting individuals in their recovery journey as part of a multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities :

  • Provide peer support, mentoring, and recovery coaching to individuals and groups.
  • Facilitate peer-led support groups, wellness activities, and community education sessions.
  • Conduct outreach and connect individuals to behavioral health, recovery, and community resources.
  • Support individuals in developing recovery goals and strengthening natural support systems.
  • Share lived recovery experiences appropriately to inspire hope and promote wellness.
  • Collaborate with clinical staff and community partners.
  • Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and required documentation.
  • Participate in CRPA training and other professional development activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Lived experience with substance use disorder and/or mental health recovery.
  • Willingness to complete Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) training.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work effectively with diverse communities.
  • Bilingual English/Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese) preferred.
  • Experience with peer support, community outreach, education, or group facilitation preferred.
  • Basic computer and EHR documentation skills preferred.

Compensation : $48,000 - $50,000 depending on qualifications, certifications, and experience.

Excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid agency-wide holidays.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Hamilton-Madison House is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vacancy posted a month ago
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