Recovery-Focused Peer Support Advocate

Citizen Advocates; Town of Harrietstown (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Citizen Advocates in Town of Harrietstown is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to promote recovery-oriented principles and provide non-clinical support to individuals facing behavioral health challenges. Responsibilities include advocacy, crisis support, and helping individuals connect with community resources.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, relevant lived experience, and strong communication skills. This full-time position requires frequent travel in the North Country Region.

Qualifications

• Must maintain certification requirements.
• Clean driving record for 3 years is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in seeking benefits and planning.
• Provide companionship and modeling of a recovery lifestyle.
• Support individuals or families in crisis situations.
• Educate on recovery tools and strategies.
• Connect individuals to community support resources.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Crisis Management / Composure

Time Management

Confidentiality

Ethical Conduct

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Lived / relevant experience

Job description

Citizen Advocates in Town of Harrietstown is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to promote recovery-oriented principles and provide non-clinical support to individuals facing behavioral health challenges. Responsibilities include advocacy, crisis support, and helping individuals connect with community resources.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, relevant lived experience, and strong communication skills. This full-time position requires frequent travel in the North Country Region.