Senior Peer Counselor & Recovery Advocate (Level II)

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 47,436 - 53,129; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking a full-time Recovery Peer Advocate to provide direct services to health consumers. The role involves assisting consumers with daily living activities, facilitating groups, and maintaining documentation in Electronic Health Record (EHR). Candidates must have certification as a Recovery Peer Advocate and experience in the field. Located at South Brooklyn Health, the position offers a salary range of $47,436 - $53,129.

Qualifications

• Certification required as a Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or CRPA-P.
• One year full-time experience in peer counseling or related human services.
• Acts as a liaison with community and governmental agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to health consumers.
• Assist with activities of daily living for consumers.
• Document consumer interactions and maintain records.

Skills

Certification as Recovery Peer Advocate

Experience working with consumers of substance use disorder services

Empathic communication

Education

Completion of Peer Advocate/Counselor/Specialist Training Program

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking a full-time Recovery Peer Advocate to provide direct services to health consumers. The role involves assisting consumers with daily living activities, facilitating groups, and maintaining documentation in Electronic Health Record (EHR). Candidates must have certification as a Recovery Peer Advocate and experience in the field. Located at South Brooklyn Health, the position offers a salary range of $47,436 - $53,129.