Peer Coordinator

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc; Marlboro (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Peer Coordinator to join their team at the Peer Recovery Center in Marlboro, MA. This part-time role involves recruiting and training volunteers, providing recovery coaching, and managing case activities for participants. The ideal candidate will possess strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrate cultural competency in diverse settings. With a flexible schedule and a supportive work environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while fostering personal and professional growth.

Benefits

401k with company contribution

Discounts on services/entertainment

Qualifications

• One year of experience in substance addiction program preferred.
• Excellent verbal, social, and writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting and training peer volunteers for the Recovery Center.
• Providing recovery coaching and case management activities.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Social Skills

Writing Skills

Judgement in Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Details

Marlboro, MA Part Time High School Job Location Position Type Education Level

$17.00 - $18.00 Hourly 1st Shift/Days Nonprofit - Social Services Salary Range Job Shift Job Category

Description

Location:Peer Recovery Center ("The Recovery Connection") - Marlborough, MA

Schedule: Part-Time, 20 hours per week.Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 4:30pm-8:30pm and Saturday 8:30am-5:00pm

Pay rate: $17.00-$18.00/hour

Benefits:

• 401k with company contribution


• 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:

• One year of experience in substance addiction program preferred.


• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.


• Must have excellent verbal, social, and writing skills.


• 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.