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Peer Advocate

HANAC, Inc.
- originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee - is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization.
The organization was founded in 1972 to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City.
The Certified Recovery Peer Advocate shall work with the other staff to help sustain an active recovery community.
The CRPA will serve as a role model and or health coach for clients.
The CRPA will work with existing agency personnel and outside agencies to provide education on the existence of drug and alcohol use prevention services.
Work Schedule:
Mon.
- Fri.
(4) hours per day/(25) hours per week Rate of Pay:
$20 per hourEssential duties include but are not limited to:
Provide outreach to clients in order to facilitate their engagement in services and offer additional support so they can successfully participate in outpatient services including Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).
Providing health coaching and recovery support, especially on issues of self-advocacy, wellness self-management, medication adherence, smoking cessation, entitlements, and daily living activities.
Provide transportation for and accompany clients to medical and/or other appointments to facilitate their engagement and follow through as needed.
Peers use their shared personal lived experience to promote client's recovery, offering support, advocacy, and skill development opportunities.
Documentation of services provided in an electronic clinical record (Accumedic) and OASAS reporting materials (surveys, monthly data workbook).
Monitors overall service delivery to clients to ensure coordination and continuity, advocates with service providers and resources as needed.
Ability to model behavior consistent with the mission of HANAC Substance Abuse Outpatient Program by acting as a liaison between the agency and the community we serve.
Participate in telephone as well as face-to-face outreach, engagement, and service planning for potential clients.
Acts as a resource and consultant to all team members on issues related to the client's substance abuse and treatment.
Excellent organizational skills:
ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Some travel is required.
Other responsibilities/tasks as assigned by the Program Director.
Qualifications:
Certification as a Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or (provisional certification CPR-A upon hire and receipt of full certification within one year) required and High School graduate or GED.
Knowledge of medication-assisted treatment, opiate overdose prevention, and substance use disorders treatment and recovery services is required.
Relevant life experience is required.
Current valid driver's license, and reliable vehicle or ability to navigate public transportation efficiently.
Documentation - ability to express in writing all case management-related notes Computer skills - proficient in Word, e-mail, etc.
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