Certified Peer Recovery Advocate

Nassau County Department of Human Services is seeking a candidate for a full-time Certified Peer Recovery Advocate

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS - Must have resided in Nassau County for one year prior to date of hire.

Schedule - Monday to Friday 5:45am to 1:45pm

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Provides non-clinical peer support services as prescribed by a substance abuse treatment or recovery plan; performs related duties as described.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Provides non-clinical peer support services as prescribed by a substance abuse treatment or recovery plan.
• Models effective coping habits and demonstrates life skills for navigating recovery.
• Engages with clients, encourages cooperation in reporting for treatment and other healthcare services.
• Educates and connects clients with existing social and community recovery support services.
• Performs non-clinical crisis support, with particular emphasis following periods of hospitalization, incarceration, and other critical points in the recovery process.
• Assists clients in applying for eligible benefits and services and makes necessary referrals.
• Documents services provided and maintains records of client progress.
• Interacts with and educates various civic groups and community organizations to raise awareness of available support services, as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from high school. Necessary Special Requirement
Continuing certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Advocate - Provisional (CRPA-P) or Certified Peer Recovery Advocate (CRPA) authorized by the New York State Certification Board and the Office of Addiction Services and Supports.

Salary Information

Please note the Non-Negotiable starting salary for this position is $33,669. Salary increases to $38,282 after six months and then to $48,307 after one year.

Top salary for Certified Peer Recovery Advocate position is $68,883 based upon years of service.

PERSONNEL CHOSEN FOR MERIT AND FITNESS WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, RELIGION, SEX, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY, MARITAL STATUS OR ANY OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.

EOE/M/F/D/V

Nassau County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33,669.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person