Peer Specialis for Drop-In Center and RCO

newhopecorps· Drop-In /RCO Center
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📍 Homestead, Florida, United States📍 HybridFull Time

About this role

Are you passionate about supporting individuals experiencing mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders? Do you have a lived recovery experience and want to use it to empower others? If so, we encourage you to apply for our Peer Specialist position at New Hope CORPS!

As a Peer Specialist, you will:

  • Serve as a mentor and role model for individuals on their recovery journey.
  • Connect clients to essential support services.
  • Lead groups focused on improving wellness and daily living skills.
  • Advocate for clients and provide peer support.
  • Assist clients with after-care services and navigating the community.
  • Contribute to a recovery-oriented culture within our program/team.

This is an entry-level position that welcomes individuals with limited client care experience. We value lived experience and are committed to providing training and support for your professional development.

To be successful, you will:

  • Have a lived experience of recovery from a serious mental illness or addiction, either personally or from a close family member
  • Pass a Level II Background Check or obtain a DCF Exemption from Disqualification within 180 days of hire.
  • Hold a Peer Specialist Certification from the Florida Certification Board or achieve certification within one year from the hire date.
  • Possess strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Be empathetic, compassionate, and supportive.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
  • Be reliable, responsible, and detail-oriented.
  • Become knowledgeable on the agency's Recovery Community Organization and/or Drop-In Center scope of work.
  • Hold a valid driver's license and be able to transport clients as needed.

We offer:

  • Competitive salary: $19-$23 per hour (subject to revision based on experience and performance).
  • Comprehensive benefits package: health insurance, 403(b) with matching, paid time off, and more
  • Flexible work schedule: including evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime opportunities.
  • Positive and supportive work environment: focused on professional growth and development.

Make a real impact on the lives of others! Join our team and help individuals achieve lasting recovery.

To Apply:

Please submit your application online here


https://newhopecorps.bamboohr.com/careers/39


New Hope CORPS is an equal opportunity employer.  We value diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Don't wait! Apply today and start making a difference!

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Is the Peer Specialis for Drop-In Center and RCO role at newhopecorps full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Peer Specialis for Drop-In Center and RCO role in the Drop-In /RCO Center department at newhopecorps.
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This Peer Specialis for Drop-In Center and RCO position at newhopecorps was posted on Mar 14, 2024. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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