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Peer Navigator

1 month ago


Petersburg, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
About the Position

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Peer Navigator to join our team. As a Peer Navigator, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals in their recovery journey, providing guidance, and connecting them with essential resources.

Responsibilities
  • Provide peer navigation and support to individuals in recovery, helping them access necessary resources and services.
  • Collaborate with community partners, including law enforcement, healthcare providers, and social services, to ensure a comprehensive approach to recovery.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with local agencies and organizations to advocate for participants and facilitate access to resources.
  • Conduct intake processes, consent eligible participants, and complete intake forms.
  • Provide information on available resources, including health insurance, medical, behavioral health, housing, transportation, and more.
  • Build and maintain relationships with participants, providing ongoing support and guidance throughout their recovery journey.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) certification required.
  • Lived experience of and in stable recovery from a substance use disorder, with significant sustained recovery time.
  • Ability to serve as a role model for recovery, wellness, and self-advocacy.
  • Disclosure of recovery experiences.
  • Completion of Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) 72-hour peer recovery specialist curriculum.
  • Reliable transportation to meet participants and partners within the local Health District.
  • Ability to meet volunteer criteria at the local or regional jail.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Lived experience of the carceral and legal systems.
  • Bi-lingual (Spanish) speaking.
  • Experience in wraparound intervention as a peer specialist.
  • Collaboration on an integrated team with behavioral health, medical, or justice system partners.
Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Peer Navigator (Petersburg) at the Commonwealth of Virginia's website, including a list of three professional references with contact information, a cover letter, resume, and diversity statement summarizing the extent to which you have worked with any individuals from marginalized groups and how you helped them identify and overcome barriers to success.