Recovery Navigator: Peer Support Mentor & Resource Guide

Ampact; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly stipend

Education awards

Job summary

Ampact is seeking a Recovery Navigator for the Recovery Corps program in Virginia. You will provide peer support, guide participants through recovery resources, and help develop individualized recovery action plans.

Leverage your own recovery experience to mentor participants, connect them with social services, and track progress while engaging in ongoing training and community outreach.

Qualifications

• In recovery for at least one uninterrupted year from a substance use disorder
• Dependable with a history of good attendance
• Able to understand and follow instructions
• Able to set a pace and maintain a service schedule, depending on hours commitment
• Have basic computer skills (like email and navigating online)
• Fluent in English for speaking, reading, and writing
• 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent
• A citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
• Able to successfully complete a background check

Responsibilities

• Foster strong relationships with participants
• Lean on your own recovery experience to provide mentoring and peer support
• Connect participants with social service resources and programs
• Track participant recovery plan progress
• Participate in training and professional development throughout the year, including the Peer Recovery Support training
• Share your experience with the community

Skills

Recovery experience

Mentoring

Resource navigation

Relationship building

Time management

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ampact is seeking a Recovery Navigator for the Recovery Corps program in Virginia. You will provide peer support, guide participants through recovery resources, and help develop individualized recovery action plans.

Leverage your own recovery experience to mentor participants, connect them with social services, and track progress while engaging in ongoing training and community outreach.