Part-time Field Based Peer Specialist - Substance Abuse Service Center

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

The Bowery Residents' Committee in New York seeks a part-time Social Work Assistant at the Fred Cooper Substance Abuse Service Center. The role involves working with clients in shelters to provide support and education on harm reduction practices. Candidates should have a H.S. diploma or GED and a Certified Peer Specialist (CRPA) Certificate.

This position requires collaborative teamwork with shelter staff and engaging with clients during various activities. Knowledge of OASAS rules and experience maintaining clinical documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma or GED and Certified Peer Specialist (CRPA) Certificate required.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• Basic computer literacy is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with shelter staff to assist clients with substance use disorders.
• Educate clients on NARCAN and harm reduction practices.
• Collect data and write progress notes for services provided.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Knowledge of OASAS rules and regulations

Basic computer literacy

Education

H.S. diploma/ GED

Certified Peer Specialist (CRPA) Certificate

Job description

Responsibilities

Participate in a two‑person team with the Field Based Social Work Supervisor. Work collaboratively with shelter staff to address the needs of clients with substance use disorders in the shelter system. Meet with clients in assigned shelter(s); educate all clients on NARCAN, harm reduction, and safe use practices; engage each client assigned to the team with the social worker and provide guidance and advice as needed. Spend time with clients during mealtimes and recreation time to engage around wellbeing and offer peer support; escort and assist clients in going to SUD service providers (inclusive of harm reduction providers). Attend community meetings as assigned. Collect data and write progress notes as appropriate for services and referrals provided. Report to the Field Based Social Worker. Build rapport with shelter staff. Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned.

Hours

Part‑time 21 hours per week

• 3 days a week
• 8am-4pm

Qualifications

H.S. diploma/ GED and Certified Peer Specialist (CRPA) Certificate. Knowledge of OASAS rules and regulations and ability to maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Bilingual (Spanish/ English) preferred. Basic computer literacy required. Vaccination preferred but not required.

Program Description

The Fred Cooper Substance Abuse Service Center (SASC), which is licensed by the NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services and funded by Medicaid and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, serves people with alcohol and substance abuse problems who are homeless or marginally housed. SASC also has services specifically designed for clients who are dually diagnosed with mental illness and substance abuse. One of a number of BRC's low‑threshold programs, SASC provides the setting and support necessary for severely dysfunctional chronic alcoholics and other substance abusers with poor treatment histories to have a reasonable chance of attaining long‑term sobriety and stability in their lives.