Peer Counselor

Outreach Development Corp.; Roosevelt (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Outreach Development Corp. in Roosevelt, NY is seeking a Peer Counselor to provide peer recovery support, help clients develop recovery plans, and link them with community-based programs. The role may be onsite or in the community.

You will document services in the EHR and collaborate with the treatment team to support clients across care transitions. The position requires a High School Diploma/GED and 2 years of related experience, plus lived recovery experience.

Qualifications

• High-School Diploma/GED and 2 years of work or volunteer experience in a recovery-oriented setting.
• At least 1 year as a volunteer or paid experience as Recovery Coach or Provisional CRPA.
• Lived experience in mental health, substance use and criminal justice preferred.
• Familiarity with community-based resources and programs related to recovery and supports.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in developing a Recovery Plan.
• Maintain communication with the treatment team on behalf of clients.
• Document delivered peer services in the Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Attend supervision/staff meetings as appropriate.
• Accompany clients to appointments as needed.
• Support program participants in pre-crisis or crisis situations.
• Teach participants recovery skills based on shared life experiences.
• Help participants transition through levels of care as needed.
• Share information about benefits, entitlements, and supports.
• Interact with staff, clients, students, and visitors professionally and respectfully.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lived experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Documentation of Wellness/Recovery

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years in recovery-oriented setting (work/volunteer)

Job description

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Full-time-C Roosevelt, NY, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 3149

Salary Range: $20.00 To $25.00 Hourly

The Peer Counselor provides peer recovery support to clients by sharing life experiences, assisting clients to develop a recovery plan, and linking clients with community-based programs supportive of recovery. Peer services may be provided onsite or in the community.

• Assist clients in developing a Recovery Plan.
• Maintain communication with the treatment team on behalf of clients.
• Document delivered peer services in the Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Attend supervision/staff meetings as appropriate.
• Accompany clients to appointments as needed.
• Support program participants in pre-crisis or crisis situations.
• Teach participants recovery skills based on shared life experiences.
• Help participants transition from different levels of care as needed.
• Share information with participants about benefits, entitlements, and other supports.
• Interact with staff, clients, students, and visitors in a courteous, professional and respectful manner that is consistent with the agency’s mission and values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• High-School Diploma/GED and 2 years of work or volunteer experience in a recovery-oriented setting.
• At least 1 year as a volunteer or paid experience working as a Recovery Coach or Provisional CRPA.
• Lived experience in mental health, substance use, and criminal justice preferred.
• Familiarity with community-based resources and programs related to substance use recovery, housing transportation, child care, food, and other supports.
• Valid/Clean Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in documenting Wellness/Recovery Plans.
• Prioritize and plan work time efficiently.
• Verbal and written communication skills.