Peer Specialist, Harm Reduction Specialist

1 month ago

Brooklyn, New York, United States Center for Justice Innovation Full time
Job Title: Peer Specialist, Harm Reduction

The Center for Justice Innovation is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Peer Specialist to join our team in Brooklyn, NY. As a Peer Specialist, you will play a critical role in providing outreach and support to individuals in need of harm reduction services.

About the Role:
  • Assess individuals who are using controlled substances and motivate them to seek treatment, harm reduction, and/or recovery support assistance.
  • Coordinate and facilitate individual education that is responsive to the specific interests and needs of the individual, which may include a focus on treatment, harm reduction, and/or relapse prevention.
  • Coordinate referrals and follow up, as needed.
  • Provide crisis intervention and support to program participants as needed.
  • Train community members, participants, and staff on how to use Narcan, fentanyl strips, Xylazine strips, and other harm reduction materials.
  • Work with a diverse population in a mutually respectful manner, using a strengths-based approach.
  • Manage and collaborate with appropriate staff to ensure an appropriate level of support is provided in an efficient manner.
  • Adhere to policies and procedures for each service offered by the program.
  • Accurate and efficient documentation of every client interaction.
  • Participate in community outreach, including in-person outreach to contact individuals who are referred to Community Healing and Wellness.
  • Operate a company vehicle in the community for community outreach and immediate client engagement and drive participants to referred services when needed.
  • Help with loading and replenishment of materials needed in the vehicle.
  • Attend all team meetings, supervision, trainings, and perform other administrative duties as needed.
  • Attend project events, community events, and meetings after hours, as needed.
Requirements:
  • Ability to motivate clients in a courteous, empathic, and professional manner.
  • Use lived experience and be comfortable serving as a role model of personal recovery to connect with participants and support them in their goals.
  • Capacity to facilitate group using the harm reduction framework covering recovery, maintenance, and overdose prevention.
  • Knowledge on how to properly administer and train others to administer Narcan and other harm reduction materials and resources.
  • Active listening skills to establish a working alliance with clients, staff, and stakeholders.
  • Superior communication skills to convey information clearly, accurately, and completely.
  • Aptitude to maintain a professional demeanor when engaging in difficult situations.
  • Strong work ethic, particularly in a team setting.
Qualifications:
  • A high school diploma as well as at least 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Must have experience with integrated substance abuse assessment and treatment, motivational interviewing techniques, and stage-wise treatment.
  • Applicants should be comfortable working in a court and as part of a team in a collegial group environment.
  • Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) preferred.
  • Driver's license required.
  • CRPA (Certified Recovery Peer Advocate), Peer Recovery Coach, and/or CASAC-T (Certified Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee) credentials preferred.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of harm reduction.
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary range of $52,000 - $57,500.
  • An excellent benefits package, including comprehensive healthcare, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
  • A 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%.
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes equity.

The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from women, people of color, members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities, as well as individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system.

We are committed to creating a supportive and respectful environment where every individual, irrespective of their background or identity, feels valued and included.

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