Peer Coordinator

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k with company match up to 7%

Discounts on services and entertainment

Job summary

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Peer Coordinator in Lawrence, MA. This role involves recruiting, training, and supervising peer volunteers within the Recovery Center. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and experience in substance addiction programs is preferred.

The ideal candidate will also provide recovery coaching, manage crisis situations, and demonstrate cultural competency while working with diverse populations. Various benefits, including health insurance and paid time off, are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in substance addiction program preferred.
• Must have a driver's license & vehicle.
• Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred.
• Must attend a full week training (Recovery Coach Academy).

Responsibilities

• Recruiting volunteers for the Recovery Center and providing orientation.
• Working closely with peer volunteers for program activities.
• Providing recovery coaching to participants.
• Coordinating recovery referrals and scheduling appointments.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish & English)

Recovery coaching

Crisis management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Lawrence, MA - Peer Recovery Program

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm but may require some evening (4:00pm - 8:00pm) and weekend Saturday or Sunday (9:00am -3:00pm) shifts when needed

Pay rate: $17.00-$19.00/hour

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance/additional voluntary insurances
• Company-paid life insurance/employee assistance programs
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Tuition reimbursement/loan repayment options
• 401k with company match up to 7%!
• Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment nationwide
  
  

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.
• Bilingual (Spanish & English) 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.