Health Advocate

Rome Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) to join our Substance Use Treatment team. This position provides patient-centered peer support services that emphasize recovery, hope, and wellness through the intentional use of lived experience. The CRPA works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary treatment team to engage individuals in treatment, support recovery goals, promote self-advocacy, and connect participants to community resources and recovery supports.

Through a combination of personal recovery experience and professional training, the Peer Advocate plays a vital role in helping individuals increase engagement in treatment, strengthen commitment to recovery, and successfully navigate healthcare and support systems.

Qualifications
Education & Certification

High School Diploma or GED required.

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) required; OR

Provisional Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA-P) with the ability to obtain full CRPA certification within New York State Certification Board requirements.

Experience

Lived experience with substance use recovery and the ability to use experiential knowledge to support individuals pursuing recovery goals.

Experience working with individuals experiencing substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges preferred.

Demonstrated commitment to the recovery community and recovery-oriented systems of care.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Working knowledge of substance use disorder treatment systems, recovery support services, and community resources.

Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Effective written communication and documentation skills.

Computer proficiency and ability to navigate Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

Ability to engage clients using a variety of outreach and motivational strategies.

Knowledge of alcohol and other substance use disorders.

Understanding of Peer Advocate ethics, professional boundaries, confidentiality standards, and the Canon of Ethics.

Ability to identify participant strengths and support individualized recovery planning.

Strong organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The Certified Recovery Peer Advocate provides a range of non-clinical recovery support services, including but not limited to:

Engage individuals who are considering entering treatment services.

Support and motivate participants to attend treatment, healthcare appointments, and recovery-related services.

Assist participants in developing and achieving individualized recovery goals and plans.

Facilitate non-clinical peer support groups and recovery-focused activities.

Model healthy coping strategies, self-care practices, and recovery-oriented behaviors.

Connect participants with community resources, social services, and recovery supports.

Assist individuals with applications for benefits and other supportive services.

Educate participants on multiple pathways and approaches to recovery.

Help participants identify personal strengths and build self-confidence.

Support participants in developing self-advocacy skills and navigating service systems.

Assist participants in tracking progress and practicing new recovery skills.

Accompany participants to medical appointments, court appearances, and other supportive services when appropriate.

Provide non-clinical crisis support, particularly during transitions following hospitalization, incarceration, or other significant life events.

Facilitate linkage to continuing care and recovery support services following discharge from treatment.

Collaborate closely with counselors, medical providers, case managers, and other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.

Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Why Join Our Team?

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals pursuing recovery.

Work within a supportive, multidisciplinary treatment environment.

Help reduce barriers to treatment and recovery.

Contribute your lived experience to inspire hope, resilience, and positive change.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and participants.

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