This position will provide mentoring/peer support services to the substance abusing client and their family. Also, there is the opportunity to be able
to obtain certification to assist mental health clients if interested and you meet the requirements. This position is for a peer mentor so the person will need to be in recovery.
Job Summary
Work independently and as a team member. Must have the ability to get along with co-workers and community partners, ability to function in crisis situations. The recovery mentor will maintain a personal recovery program as well as model recovery-appropriate behavior.
Required Qualifications
1). Documented abstinence (1 yr minimum)
2). ACCBO certification for Addictions Recovery Mentor or willing to acquire certification within 45 days of being hired (NPFS will send/pay for successful candidate to required trainings)
3). Valid driver license and proof of current auto insurance. Applicant must be able to pass criminal background check and drug screening. (not
necessarily eliminated due to past history). High School diploma or GED.
Successful Candidate must be committed to working with diverse community populations and community resources. Days/hours vary. There will be some evening hours.
Qualifications
- Direct interactions with clients who are assigned to recovery. Transportation: taking clients to some appointments, when appropriate, if approved by supervisor.
- Collaborate with treatment team, agency, client’s support networks, and community providers to address the needs of clients
- Helping monitor clients who are in residential (and detox) and incarcerated to stay connected with them and ensure that they remain connected to NPFS.
- Helping clinicians with groups at the office. Assisting other treatment activities.
- Helping clients develop and connect to non-using recovery activities (how to have fun clean and sober).
- Conduct urinary analysis on clients as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Paid sick time/vacation
- Paid personal mental health day & 6 holidays
- Health Insurance
- Bilingual mentor additional benefit
Schedule
Openings are available for part time or full time.
Wages
Dependant on training and experience.