Position Overview
Make a significant impact in the recovery journeys of others with Reading & Math Inc.

As someone who has experienced the process of establishing a healthy lifestyle in recovery, you have the unique opportunity to assist others in achieving similar goals through mentorship, peer support, and resource navigation. Join our team, and together we can facilitate meaningful change on the road to recovery.

Your Role
As a Recovery Guide, you will be integral to an organization dedicated to tackling the increasing challenges of substance use. Your contributions will empower individuals to cultivate healthier lifestyles. Engage in skill-enhancing training and professional growth, receiving continuous support from our committed staff.

Join our mission to make recovery accessible for more individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals in maintaining their recovery progress.
• Utilize your personal recovery experiences to offer mentorship and peer support.
• Assist clients in navigating available social service resources and programs.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development throughout your tenure, including specialized Peer Recovery Support training.
• Build strong relationships with clients to enhance their confidence and skills, while encouraging them to take ownership of their recovery journey.
• Gain invaluable professional experience while being embedded in a local recovery organization.
• Act as a Recovery Corps ambassador, sharing your insights with the broader community.

Benefits Package
While you contribute to making a difference, you will receive a bi-weekly stipend along with additional benefits. As part of our program, you will enjoy both federally provided benefits and specific program advantages.

Federal Benefits Include:

• Access to an Education Award, which can be utilized for tuition or to repay qualified student loans.
• Individuals aged 55 and older may transfer their award to a family member.
• Federal student loan forbearance and interest repayment options.
• Accrual of time towards the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Program-Specific Benefits
Depending on your weekly commitment:

• For 40 hours: $1200 stipend paid bi-weekly, with individual health insurance premiums fully covered.
• For 25 hours: $725 stipend paid bi-weekly, with potential childcare assistance based on family size and income.

We welcome any inquiries you may have about this opportunity.

About Our Organization
Reading & Math Inc is powered by community-focused individuals who serve as dedicated members. We are committed to demonstrating the power of national service in addressing complex social challenges through innovative programs that emphasize education, environmental stewardship, and healthy futures for communities.

We uphold a policy of non-discrimination for all AmeriCorps service members and applicants, ensuring a fair and inclusive environment.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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