All candidates must be male, or a person regardless of their assigned sex at birth identifies as a man.
Peer recovery mentors’ primary function is to support an individual where they are in their own recovery. Peer recovery mentors need are open to all forms of treatment options and help individuals at all stages of change to seek the recovery path that best fits the needs of them and their families. Offer guidance, support, and encouragement in a nonjudgmental manner. Act as a role model of a recovery and a recovery lifestyle. Guide families and assist them with accessing various community resources. Support families by attending appointments, coordinating transportation, and making referrals. Offer information and education regarding recovery alternatives, relapse prevention, accessing physical and behavioral health resources, social and life skill support for parenting children, and meeting the family’s basic needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
90% Engage with Referred Families, up to a caseload of 20 families
- Accept and initiate contact within 24 hours for all assignments.
- Follow the FTRN service delivery model, which includes but is not limited to, time frames, person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based approaches to aid in the recovery and empowerment of families.
- Work with the families to establish goals that will assist them by regular in-person contact focusing on all aspects of wellness and specialized support.
- Provide comprehensive outreach services ranging from home visits to community support.
- Completing all documentation and managing family files in accordance with Family Tree Relief Nursery, the Oregon Government Ethics Commission, and that of MHACBO (Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon).
- Keep documentation, and all other Family Tree Relief Nursery reporting requirements, up to date within 48 hours of family contact.
- Attend and participate in multi-agency and community meetings as required and/or assigned.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
10% Other Duties
- Support Front Office Coordinator with answering phones, greeting visitors as needed.
- Present in Court as required.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Working with Treatment Programs: 2 years (Preferred)
- Active Recovery of substance use or misuse: 2 years (Required)
- Social Service support with high-risk population: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Certified Peer Recovery Mentor Certificate (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Multiple locations