Peer Coordinator

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc .; Lawrence (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services provider in Lawrence is hiring a Peer Coordinator to oversee peer volunteers and manage recovery programs. This full-time position, requiring strong communication skills and cultural competency, offers a supportive environment for those looking to make a difference in addiction recovery.

Benefits

401k with company contribution

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in substance addiction program preferred.
• Driver's license & vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting volunteers and providing training.
• Coordinating recovery referrals and case management.
• Assisting with crisis management as needed.

Skills

Cultural competency

Communication

Independent judgement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Location: Lawrence, MA. Peer Recovery Program

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week. evenings & weekend hours may be required

Pay rate: $18.00-$19.00/hour

Benefits:

• 401k with company contribution
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment

The Peer Coordinator is responsible for:

• Recruiting volunteers for the Recovery Center and provides pre-service orientation and training to peer volunteers.
• Working closely with peer volunteers to plan, implement and evaluate program activities.
• Overseeing work performed by peer volunteers.
• Helping facilitate volunteer committees.
• Providing recovery coaching to participants.
• Performing case management activities regarding initial housing, job search, medical services, insurance, social services, education, etc.
• Coordinating continuing recovery referrals including scheduling of initial appointments.
• Demonstrating cultural competency in working with participants, employees, referral agencies and others from diverse ethnicities, cultures and backgrounds.
• Maintaining and preparing reports as directed.
• Assisting with crisis management and other emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• One year of experience in substance addiction program preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
• Must have a driver's license & vehicle
• Must attend a full week training (Recovery Coach Academy)
• Must display the use of appropriate independent judgement to determine appropriate course of action in resolving problems and in emergencies.
• Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary, culturally diverse setting.
• Weekends and night shift may be required.