Job Description
Job DescriptionSchedule
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. The hybrid schedule typically includes 3 days in the office and 2 days remote, based on need.
- This is a Full Time/Contract rolw with oportunity for extension
About the Location
This Client offers an outpatient day treatment program for chemically dependent adults, including counseling, support groups, and referrals.
The role involves engaging with teams by building strong connections with participants and families, conducting outreach activities to raise community awareness of S:US services, encouraging help-seeking, and sometimes serving as a bridge between team members and participants when there is ambivalence about treatment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Relationship Building: Build authentic relationships with individuals and families through empathy, active listening, and collaboration.
- Creative Narratives: Share and explore diverse perspectives on life experiences, fostering understanding and resilience.
- Advocacy: Support program participants by advocating within the community and the team.
- Wellness Tools: Collaborate with participants to develop personal wellness plans, build life skills, and connect to resources.
- Team Culture: Promote recovery-oriented language, youth-friendly approaches, and a positive, inclusive team environment.
Required Education and Experience
- Pursuit of Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) certification required (Provisional certification acceptable).
- Preferred lived experience with mental health challenges, particularly psychosis during youth.
- Minimum two years of experience in peer support, advocacy, or self-help programs.
- Ability to relate to and connect with young adults.
Benefits
Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.