- Salary
- $18 – $20/hr
- Location
- Staten Island, New York, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Christopher’s Reason is an OASAS licensed 822 outpatient substance use disorder facility dedicated to helping individuals build strong foundations in recovery. We provide person-centered, trauma-informed care that supports clients through every stage of their recovery journey. We are equipped with a full medical, clinical, and peer support team. Our services include outpatient substance use treatment, recovery coaching, and recovery community living support. We are committed to fostering accountability, empowerment, and long-term success by meeting clients where they are and walking alongside them toward sustainable recovery.
Position Overview:
Christopher’s Reason is seeking an experienced Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) / Recovery Coach to join our team full-time. The ideal candidate is passionate about recovery, maintains strong professional boundaries, and is committed to supporting individuals through lived experience, advocacy, mentorship, and connection to resources.
This role plays a vital part in helping clients engage in treatment, strengthen recovery capital, and build healthy, independent lives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide peer-based recovery support services to individuals in outpatient treatment and/or recovery community living.
- Utilize lived experience to inspire hope and model recovery principles.
- Assist clients in developing individualized recovery plans and setting achievable goals.
- Facilitate recovery-oriented peer support groups.
- Document client interactions accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
- Maintain professional and ethical boundaries at all times.
- Collaborate with clinical staff, case managers, and leadership to ensure coordinated care.
- Participate in team meetings and weekly supervision.
Qualifications:
- Current Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) credential (required).
- Minimum of 2 years in sustained personal recovery (preferred).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of local recovery resources and community supports.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Experience working in substance use disorder treatment settings (preferred).
If you are dedicated to helping others achieve lasting recovery and want to be part of a compassionate, structured, and accountability-driven environment, we encourage you to apply and join the Christopher’s Reason team. Please provide certificates and references along with your resume. Only Certified Recovery Peer Advocates / Recovery Coaches will be considered for this position. The salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Skills
HIPAA
