Certified Recovery Peer Advocate

4 weeks ago

Albany, United States Hope House Inc Full time

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, Hope House is the place for you If you are seeking a fulfilling career, with numerous opportunities to make a REAL difference in the lives of people, we want YOU

Hope House is a substance abuse treatment provider who strives to save lives, recover hope and restore families to those suffering from Substance Abuse Disorder. We are committed to making sure that all staff members feel like they make a difference and are a part of our team

Hope House Inc. has a reputation as one of the top employers in the Greater Capital Region of New York.

Schedule: This is a full-time position.

Job Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Compensation: up to $21.427 (depending on experience)

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Provide recovery support to clients by sharing life experiences
  • Assist peer participants in the development of a personal self-directed recovery plan
  • Provide non-clinical pre-crisis or crisis support, especially after periods of hospitalization or incarceration
  • Educate program participants about various pathways to recover
  • Identify and support linkages to community resources that support the peer participant’s goals and interests
  • Follow HCBS peer support service delivery protocols
  • Document services provided to clients in electronic health record.
  • Accompany clients to medical appointments, court appearances, and assist client with applying for benefits, as needed
  • Help participants transition from inpatient to community settings, as needed
  • Share information with participants about benefits, entitlements, and other supports
  • Provide outreach to help participants connect with desired services
  • Link participants with needed community resources and treatment service
  • Maintains documents as per OASAS standards and Hope House policies and procedures.
  • Maintains client confidentiality as per 42 C.F.R. Part 2 ( Substance Abuse Records) and 45 C.F.R parts 160 & 164 (HIPAA)
  • Is familiar with and adheres to current agency policies and procedures.
  • Adheres to the CASAC Canon of Ethical Principles.

Necessary Qualifications:

  • Driver's license required
  • Clear written communication skills
  • Computer skills – MS Word proficiency
  • Knowledge of benefits/entitlements for people with disabilities
  • Knowledge of substance use disorder recover process

Experience:

Experience in the mental health, or substance use field preferred

Requirements

- Be a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate. For more information on obtaining your certification:

Become a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate | Office of Addiction Services and Supports (ny.gov)

Benefits

    • 11 paid holidays per calendar year
    • Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time (up to 200 hours per year to start)
    • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
    • Flexible Savings Account & Health Savings Account depending on medical plan
    • AFLAC Supplemental Benefits
    • Benefit Buyout option if coverage is waived
    • Voluntary Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
    • Company paid Life Insurance Policy at two times annual salary
    • Company funded Retirement Plan
    • 401k option to further save for retirement
    • Tuition Reimbursement Program
    • Assistance with CASAC and/or Licensing Applications/Exam
    • EAP Program for you and your family
    • Legal/ID Shield Insurance

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