Top 19 peer advocate Jobs in schenectady ny

CRPA-School Based Youth Peer Advocate
CAPTAIN Community Human Services —Clifton Park, NY
- $23.08 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Driver's License
- Working with children
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Youth Peer Advocate
LaSalle School —Albany, NY
- From $18.75 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Peer Support Specialist
Healthfirst —New York State
- $34,900 - $54,080 a year
- Overtime
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Certified Recovery Peer Advocate CRPA
Conifer Park Inc —Glenville, NY
- $16.60 - $21.92 an hour
- Full-time
- Inpatient
- High school diploma or GED
- Mentoring
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Peer Advocate
Ellis Medicine —Schenectady, NY
- $16.24 - $24.11 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Part Time - Certified Recovery Peer Advocate - SPARC
Trinity Health —Albany, NY
- $17.85 - $23.80 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Rehabilitation center
- Entry level
Peer Support Specialist (Req 100953)
Whitney M Young Jr Health Center —Albany, NY
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Computer skills
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Youth Peer Advocate, CTTP
Northern Rivers Family of Services —Albany, NY
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bilingual
- HIPAA
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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Peer Specialist Crisis Residence
Unity House of Troy —Troy, NY
- $16.00 - $19.09 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Family Peer Advocate Community Based Clinical
ST ANNE INSTITUTE —Troy, NY
- $42,500 - $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- School
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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CRPA-V (Veteran) Outreach
The Prevention Council —Saratoga Springs, NY
- $21.50 - $23.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Addiction Medicine
- Military
- Mid-level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health savings account
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CRPA-School Based Youth Peer Advocate
CAPTAIN Community Human Services —Clifton Park, NY
Must possess a valid and clean NYS Driver License, with Motor Vehicle Record acceptable to agency insurance. The School Based Youth Peer Recovery Advocate will…
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Youth Peer Advocate
LaSalle School —Albany, NY
This program supports individuals experiencing social, emotional, developmental, behavioral, medical, and/or substance use challenges by providing a welcoming,…
From $18.75 an hour
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Southeast Healthcare —Columbus, OH
Valid Ohio driver’s license. Peer Recovery Support certification required (PRS). The Peer Specialist is a person who has a unique perspective of addiction…
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Recovery Innovations —Columbus, OH
If driving is required for this position, must meet all requirements outlined in Recovery Innovations driving policy. Job Type: Pool / Non-Exempt.
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CRPA-School Based Youth Peer Advocate

CAPTAIN Community Human Services
Clifton Park, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.08 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Work from home
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Harm reduction
Working with pediatric populations
Driver's License
Working with children
Driving
Ability to follow instructions
Adolescents

Full Job Description

Job Title: School Based Youth Peer Advocate/CRPA (Full Time, Non-Exempt)

Job Summary:

The School Based Youth Peer Recovery Advocate will provide peer support services including outreach, mentoring, and recovery support services to those seeking or sustaining recovery in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based best practices. Using a harm reduction and person-centered approach, combined with personal experience, they will learn about the needs of individuals encountered, provide education on services and resources available to them, and provide warm handoff introductions to service providers.

The CRPA will conduct outreach services, assist with community education and undertake targeted treatment engagement and treatment support activities specifically focused on individuals with substance use disorder in Saratoga County School Districts.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct outreach and engage individuals in School Districts within Saratoga County as assigned by Youth Development Program Manager.
Employ engagement strategies to learn about the needs of individuals encountered and see how best to support them.
Utilize harm reduction and person-centered approaches when meeting individuals.
Hand out safer use kits and provide education on Narcan administration and fentanyl strips per school policies.
Inform individuals encountered on the services and resources available to them in the community.
Maintain a social service provider network to increase access to referral sources.
Make referrals based on individual need, which may include medical, housing, mental health, and substance use.
Provide timely response to youth referred for services.
Assist families/individuals access transportation services to help provide warm handoff introductions to service providers.
Complete documentation and reports as needed.
Other job duties as assigned by supervisor

Telecommuting and Remote Work:

Generally, work from home is not a viable option due to this position being on site in Saratoga County School Districts.

Skills Required:

Ability to work with all ages.
Knowledge of community resources.
Positive image for CAPTAIN and a dedicated youth advocate.
Able to multi-task and work in a team environment.
Ability to work with a diverse client base and staff in a professional manner as part of a team. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, flexibility and initiative.
Good communication skills and proven ability to work with adolescents and children.

Qualifications:

- New York Certified Peer Recovery Advocate (provisional accepted)

- Must possess a valid and clean NYS Driver License, with Motor Vehicle Record acceptable to agency insurance

- Must be able to pass NYS Central Registry background check and school district fingerprinting

- Ability to lift to 30 lbs.

Employer Disclaimer:

- Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their direct supervisor.

- This job description does not create an employment contract, implied or other than an “at will” employment relationship.

CAPTAIN CHS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.08 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

License/Certification:

NY State Driver's License (Required)
CRPA credential/certificate (Required)

Work Location: In person

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