Order#: NY1485178 Peer Advocate (School-Based)

　　REPORTS TO: Manager of Intake and Peer Support Services

　　SALARY: $16.50 to $18.50 Per Hour based on experience

　　ABOUT DELPHI RISE:

　　Delphi Rise is a small but impactful community-based, non-profit behavioral health organization that focuses on supporting individuals with substance use addiction. Since 1936, we have been offering our community an array of services including Outpatient Treatment; school-based prevention, education and counseling; prison Reentry Services; HUD Rapid Re-Housing supports; and Health Homes Care Management services. We also operate an Open Access Clinic, providing on-demand substance abuse evaluations and referrals. In fact, we are the only 24/7 Open Access Provider in Monroe County!

　　Delphi Rise's staff is experienced, passionate and resilient, always putting our clients at the center of our work. Our culture is one of warmth, laughter, affirmation and hope.

　　SUMMARY:A peer is someone with lived experience with substance use who uses their experiential knowledge to support the recovery goals of individuals who use drugs and/or alcohol. Peers are natural support experts, meaning that the relationships they establish can lead to increased feelings of support, safety, and wellbeing among the individuals they serve. Peers are an essential part of our service offerings!

　　JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Model coping skills in words and actionsEducate clients about various pathways for recovery Work with clients to identify their strengths and recovery goalsRepresent Delphi Rise at monthly outreach eventsCo-facilitate groups with at risk students with Delphi Rise clinicians or school staff Facilitate wellness activities for students to engage them in health coping strategiesSupport in engaging youth in the Recovery ProcessPresent in health classes to promote student engagement Provide staff trainings or present at parent events in district to increase awareness about addiction and community supportsWork collaboratively with the on-site school based prevention counselor to provide collateral care Document student interactions in an electronic record systemAbility to work independently as a resource for students and seek supervision when necessary for additional supportDeliver evidence based programs assigned by the Program Director in identified districts with fidelity to the curriculumComfortable working with clients demonstrating complex challenges and limited resourcesProvide education, resources and and/or referrals for families seeking supportTravel to various districts to fulfil the above tasks

　　Other duties as assigned

　　QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum requirements for this position:

　　High School Diploma or GED (unless waived by OASAS)ASAP-NYCB Peer Advocate (CRPA required, CRPA-Y preferred)Ability to utilize a computer Reliable transportation to and from work and a clean driver's license as you will be travelling to various districts in Monroe CountyComfortable working in the community and willing to proactively engage individuals

　　POSTION INFORMATION:Full-time (35 hours per week) Days, and some evenings