Certified Recovery Peer Advocate Job Details Job Location 175 Fulton Ave 4th Floor, Hempstead, NY, 11550 - Hempstead, NY Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Diploma or Educational Equiv Salary Range $28.00 - $28.00 Hourly Travel Percentage Up to 25% Job Shift Day Join EAC Network as aFull Time Certified Recovery Peer Advocate! EAC Network, a not-for-profit social service agency that empowers, assists, and cares for over 70,000 people in need through 120 programs across Long Island and NYC, seeks aCertified Recovery Peer Advocateto work full time for a New Path Treatment Center Program. + Wage: $28 per hour + Location: 175 Fulton Ave in Hempstead NY + Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm ET - 3 days per week and 12pm to 8pm 2 evenings per week Primary Purpose of Job: EAC - Network, a leader in the behavioral health field for 50 years, is looking for a Certified Peer Recovery Advocate (CRPA) to work in the outpatient substance abuse. Under the supervision of the Program Director, the role of the Certified Recovery Peer Advocate is to provide peer support, advocacy, and linkage services to individuals enrolled in the program. The CRPA will provide a bridge between the New Path clinical team, program participants, and other community organizations. The successful candidate must be a self-starter and be willing to use their lived experience to help others who are seeking recovery from substance use issues. The CRPA will work as a fully integrated team member providing culturally responsive peer recovery support services to individuals in the outpatient program and the community. Principal Duties & Responsibilities: + Assist participants in the development of a personalized self-directed recovery plan. + Link participants to formal recovery support by providing information on existing community support and services. + Provide harm reduction education, such as Narcan kits, Fentanyl strips, and other information to community members. + Accompany participants to appointments (detoxification centers, court, medical, housing, etc.) as needed. + Document in the Electronic Health record (EHR) services provided to participants and maintain all aspects of documentation in accordance regulatory requirements. + Provide non-clinical crisis support to program participants, especially after periods of hospitalization or incarceration. + Engage with individuals who are considering treatment during the preadmission process, or with those who have become disengaged, especially after hospitalization or incarceration. + Share information with participants about community recovery programs, benefits, entitlements, and other support. + Facilitate educational presentations to local agencies, hospitals, criminal justice, and other settings. + Model professionalism by adhering to ethical principles. + Participate in ongoing training to enhance professional development. + Educate program participants about various pathways to recovery. + Adhere to the treatment philosophy and mission of EAC-Network. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required: + NYS Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or CRPA – Provisional. Successfully completed 46 hours of required training (30-hours recovery coach training and 16-hours of peer ethics). + Minimum of High School Diploma or educational equivalent required. + One (1) year’s direct experience is required. + Lived experience in substance use and have knowledge of the criminal justice system. + Good written and verbal communication. + Must possess computer skills and the ability to navigate the electronic health record (EHR). + Must have a valid driver’s license as the role requires less than 25% travel. + Exercise good judgment regarding privacy and confidentiality issues. + Knowledge of substance use disorder recovery process. + Understand the therapeutic benefit of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) + Able to work with diverse populations (ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, etc.). + Demonstrate commitment to providing quality services and adhering to outcome driven performance measures. What We Offer + Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with a 3% automatic contribution after 1st anniversary, 30 days Paid Time Off in your first year, and 14 Paid holidays. + Additional Perks: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, PlumBenefits, Verizon wireless discounts. + At EAC Network, you will find more than just a job – you will find a supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth. We champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered. + We offer many roles with flexible and hybrid schedules to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, and our generous PTO policy and Summer Fridays ensure you have time to recharge. Our commitment to wellness also earned us the 2024 Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna. Additionally, EAC employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. At EAC Network, you are part of a team making a difference in our communities across Long Island and New York City, every day.