Recovery Support Peer Specialist for Alaska Native & LGBTQ+

Fairbanks Native Association; Fairbanks (AK); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Fairbanks Native Association is seeking a Peer Specialist for the New Hope Project to provide culturally specific recovery support services for opioid use disorder in Alaska Native communities. The role involves conducting outreach, data reporting, and direct consumer support.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma and experience working with AN/AI populations. Skills in communication, cultural sensitivity, and computer operation are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• At least one year of experience working with Alaska Native/Indian populations.
• One year of lived experience with substance abuse or co-occurring disorder.

Responsabilités

• Conduct culturally appropriate outreach to raise awareness of Recovery Support Services.
• Extract and report data on opioid use reduction and system effectiveness.
• Distribute naloxone kits and fentanyl test strips.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Computer skills

Ability to assist escalated individuals

Ability to work independently

Formation

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in behavioral health or related field

Outils

Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

Fairbanks Native Association is seeking a Peer Specialist for the New Hope Project to provide culturally specific recovery support services for opioid use disorder in Alaska Native communities. The role involves conducting outreach, data reporting, and direct consumer support.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma and experience working with AN/AI populations. Skills in communication, cultural sensitivity, and computer operation are essential.