Recovery Navigator — Peer Support & Resource Coach

Ampact; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend every two weeks

Education awards

Job summary

Ampact is seeking a Recovery Navigator for Recovery Corps to support individuals in their recovery journeys. You will provide peer mentoring, connect participants with resources, and help create personalized recovery action plans.

The role emphasizes lived recovery experience, strong relationships, and commitment to community service. Training is provided, with full-time AmeriCorps benefits and an opportunity to share your experiences with the community.

Qualifications

• In recovery for at least one uninterrupted year from a substance use disorder.
• Dependable with good attendance history.
• Able to understand and follow instructions.
• Able to set a pace and maintain a service schedule, depending on the agreed upon 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

Peer support

Mentoring

English fluency

Dependable

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ampact is seeking a Recovery Navigator for Recovery Corps to support individuals in their recovery journeys. You will provide peer mentoring, connect participants with resources, and help create personalized recovery action plans.

The role emphasizes lived recovery experience, strong relationships, and commitment to community service. Training is provided, with full-time AmeriCorps benefits and an opportunity to share your experiences with the community.