RISE Peer Advocate

Catholic Charities Of The Diocese Of Albany; Town of Herkimer (NY); Sur place; USD 34 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Résumé du poste

Catholic Charities of Herkimer County is seeking a RISE Peer Advocate to support individuals and families navigating recovery and connecting with resources. You’ll help with treatment options, recovery planning, and community referrals in a compassionate, team-based setting.

The role offers Monday–Friday scheduling, hourly pay of $16.50–$17.50, and opportunities to lead peer-support meetings and contribute to program evaluations with local partners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–3 years of experience working with diverse populations.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.

Responsabilités

• Help individuals and families navigate treatment options and connect with community resources.
• Provide substance use intervention services using evidence-based practices.
• Schedule and facilitate peer-support recovery meetings and groups.
• Help individuals develop, maintain, and self-monitor their personal Recovery Plans.
• Model coping skills and encourage peers to learn and practice new strategies.
• Build positive relationships that encourage growth, recovery, and independence.
• Collaborate with community agencies and organizations to promote services and make appropriate referrals.
• Maintain documentation, statistical reports, program evaluations, and reporting for OASAS and funding sources.

Connaissances

Experience with diverse populations

Driver's license

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

At Catholic Charities of Herkimer County, we believe every person has the potential to create positive change in their life—and that the right support can make all the difference.

As a RISE Peer Advocate, you’ll be more than an employee. You’ll be a source of encouragement, connection, and hope for individuals and families navigating recovery. You’ll use your skills, experience, and compassion to help others discover resources, develop healthy coping strategies, and take meaningful steps toward their goals.

When you join Catholic Charities, you become part of a team that is deeply committed to strengthening our community. We consider it a privilege to do this work—and we love what we do.

As a RISE Peer Advocate, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day by:

• Helping individuals and families navigate treatment options and connect with community resources.
• Providing substance use intervention services using evidence-based practices and programs.
• Scheduling and facilitating peer-support recovery meetings and groups.
• Helping individuals develop, maintain, and self-monitor their personal Recovery Plans.
• Modeling effective coping skills and encouraging peers to learn and practice new strategies.
• Building positive relationships that encourage growth, recovery, and independence.
• Collaborating with community agencies and organizations to promote services and make appropriate referrals.
• Maintaining required documentation, statistical reports, program evaluations, and other reporting requirements for OASAS, Catholic Charities of Herkimer County, and funding sources.

Hourly Pay: $16.50–$17.50/hour

Schedule:

• Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM–4:30 PM
• Friday: 12:00 PM–7:30 PM

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and passionate about supporting people from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years of experience working with diverse populations.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.

Why Catholic Charities?

We know that doing meaningful work is only part of the equation. Your well-being matters, too.

For benefit-eligible positions, we offer:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous paid time off—eligible employees can accrue up to 23 days off in their first year, based on their standard workday

A diverse and inclusive workplace

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts on movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, and more

Ongoing training and professional development

Recognition and awards

Opportunities for career growth

A supportive, collaborative team culture

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law: