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Certified Recovery Peer Advocate

The Opportunity

FCA is seeking a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate for THRIVE, Long Island's first recovery center dedicated to providing support, resources, and empowerment to individuals in recovery and their families.

Responsibilities

+ Implement use of skills/needs assessment instrument with recoverees.

+ Identify needs and skills of recoverees; persons in recovery (PIR).

+ Assist in development of individual recovery plans with recoverees and monitor progress.

+ In conjunction with recoverees, provide mentoring and identification of obstacles.

+ Match recoverees with available skills and resources.

+ In conjunction with recoveree and Recovery Services Coordinator, implement specific programs, groups and activities to meet attendee needs.

+ In conjunction with Recovery Services Coordinator, recruit and train volunteers.

+ Promote and assist in facilitation of special events.

Qualifications

+ High school diploma or GED.

+ Completion of Recovery Coach Training Academy (minimum 28 hours).

+ Knowledge of recovery and community resources.

+ Excellent interpersonal skills.

+ Computer proficient in MS Word and database systems.

+ Social media experience preferred.

+ Experience in delivery of peer recovery services and supports preferred.

+ Valid and clean driver's license.

Compensation

FCA offers competitive compensation within a supportive culture that values growth and opportunity. Final salary decisions are based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

+ Full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

+ Generous Paid Time Off

+ 403(b); with generous employer contribution

+ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

+ Pet Insurance

+ Short Term (STD) and Long Term (LTD) Disability Insurance

+ Life Insurance

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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