School-Based Peer Navigator — Recovery & Wellness

Community Mental Health Affiliates Inc; Town Plot Hill (CT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

403(b) Retirement

Paid holidays

Wellbeing days off

PTO

Life Insurance

EAP

Tuition discounts

CEU access

Loan reimbursement program

Job summary

Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. is seeking a full-time Peer Navigator in Waterbury, CT, to provide outreach and support to clients with behavioral health and substance use needs.

The role emphasizes recovery goals, liaison with emergency services, and wrap-around care coordination. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, Recovery Coach certification or Recovery University training, and 1–2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as Recovery Coach or Recovery University graduate required.
• 1–2 years related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach and support to clients with behavioral health needs.
• Lead recovery-focused groups and individual sessions.
• Coordinate with care team and wrap-around services.
• Advocate in community meetings for integrated care.
• Maintain timely documentation per CMHA policies.

Skills

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Empathy & trust

Crisis response

Resource awareness

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Recovery Coach Certification

Recovery University graduate

Job description

Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. is seeking a full-time Peer Navigator in Waterbury, CT, to provide outreach and support to clients with behavioral health and substance use needs.

The role emphasizes recovery goals, liaison with emergency services, and wrap-around care coordination. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, Recovery Coach certification or Recovery University training, and 1–2 years of related experience.