Peer Gambling Ambassador | Hope for Holyoke

Gandara Center; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Gandara Mental Health Center is seeking a Peer Gambling Ambassador for Hope for Holyoke in Holyoke, MA. This part-time position involves community outreach, education sessions, and collaboration with other ambassadors to serve culturally diverse populations.

The role emphasizes training participation, supervision attendance, and engagement with local organizations to promote recovery and behavioral health programs.

Qualifications

• Openness to learn and serve the community.
• Willingness to work with culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly encouraged.
• Valid driver’s license preferred or in process.
• HS or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participation in all training activities and events
• Attend weekly supervision
• Attend monthly statewide meetings
• Work in collaboration with other peer ambassadors' locations
• Develop relationships with other community organizations
• Conduct outreach in the community
• Plan and facilitate individual education sessions in the community
• Plan and co-facilitate group education sessions in the community
• Report education activities back to the team and supervisor

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interpersonal skills

Community outreach

Openness to learn

Valid driver’s license

Basic computer skills

Education

HS or GED preferred

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Peer Gambling Ambassador | Hope for Holyoke

Job Category: Operations-Prevention & Recovery

Requisition Number: PEERG003326

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• Posted : July 21, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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Holyoke, MA 01040, USA

Description

Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Additional Benefits:

• Culturally Diverse population
• Clinical Licensing Support

Work Location: Holyoke, Ma.

*Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

*EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

Job Summary:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participation in all training activities and events
• Attend weekly supervision
• Attend monthly statewide meetings
• Work in collaboration with other peer ambassadors' locations
• Develop relationships with other community organizations
• Conduct outreach in the community
• Plan and facilitate individual education sessions in the community
• Plan and co-facilitate group education sessions in the community
• Report education activities back to the team and supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

• Openness to learn and serve the community
• Openness to embracing and working with culturally and linguistically diverse men of color
• Preference is given to men of color and in recovery
• Openness to supporting all pathways of recovery
• Valid driver’s license preferred or in process
• Possess or willingness to learn basic computer skills
• HS or General Education Diploma Preferred
• Those who are Bilingual (English + Spanish) or Bicultural are encouraged to apply.

The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training

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