CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF STEUBEN LIVINGSTON CO·Village of Bath, New York
The Peer Advocate provides trauma-informed, non-clinical support to individuals in recovery, assisting with system navigation, advocacy, and crisis intervention. They also facilitate community integration and provide recovery education to individuals and their families.
Description We are Hiring!
As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care for all people. We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and comforting environment that feels like being home. If you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!
Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan Generous time off package and work-life balance Comprehensive benefits package Supportive and collaborative environment Opportunities for growth and development Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives
Education: High School Diploma or GED Credentials: Peer Specialist Certification or Recovery Peer Advocate Certification is required Experience: At least one year of relevant experience working with substance use disorders and/or serious illness Must have knowledge of behavioral health system and resources Must have familiarity and sensitivity to mental health and substance use challenges Bilingual (Spanish/English) is desirable. Relevant years of experience and education will be considered
General Description Sharing their own personal experience of recovery and using a trauma-informed, non-clinical approach. The CORE Peer Navigator will engage in activities to assist individuals on the HCBS Waiver in initiating recovery, maintaining recovery and enhancing the quality of personal and family life in long-term recovery.
Advocacy: Assists individuals in seeking and obtaining benefits and entitlements, food, shelter, permanent housing, etc. Assists individuals with linkage to and system navigation within behavioral health and allied human services systems to access appropriate care. Assists individuals in advocating for self-directed services. Outreach and Engagement: Assists individuals in companionship and modeling of recovery lifestyle, including participation in recovery activities that might be beyond the scope of treatment providers (e.g. recovery celebration event, attending a social event, etc.) Raises the awareness of existing services, pathways to recovery and helping individual in removing barriers that may be blocking access to his/her recovery. Self-help tools: Assists individuals in selecting and utilizing self-directed recovery tools such as Relapse Prevention Planning and things that bring a sense of purpose and meaning into his/her life. Assists individuals in connecting to natural supports that enhance the quality and security of life. Assists individuals in making connections to self-help groups in the community. Recovery Supports: Provides recovery education and coaching for individuals on the waiver and their family members. Offers one to one peer support. Assists the individual in assimilating into his/her community. Transitional Supports: Provides a bridge for an individual leaving jail, prison, institution or general hospital and moving into a residential setting. Assists the individual in assimilating into his/her community. Pre-crisis and Crisis Supports: Provides companionship when an individual is in an emergency room or crisis unit or preparing to be admitted to detox, residential or other services to deal with crisis. Provides peer support in the individual’s home or in the community to support them before (or in) a crisis or relapse. Develops crisis diversion or relapse prevention plans.
Maintains accurate documentation of all services provided to individuals in accordance with standards set by funding sources in the Electronic Health Record database. Participates in team meetings, case conferences, and case reviews. Participates in staff, department, and agency meetings or activities. Represents Catholic Charities of Livingston County on appropriate boards and committees as assigned by supervisor. Assures compliance with all applicable local, State and Federal regulations and agency policies. Attends mandatory training. Completes other duties as assigned.
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory direction and perform other related duties as required.
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Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands/work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands to type and/or perform light lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCFCS’s corporate compliance & ethics program. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.
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***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agency and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet
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