Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits:

Retirement Plan 403(b) Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance Paid vacations Paid holidays 8 discretionary days Mileage Reimbursement

Additional Benefits:

Career Growth Opportunities Culturally Diverse population Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility Clinical Licensing Support

Job Title: Peer Outreach Coordinator | Springfield Recovery Center

Work Location: Springfield, Ma.

 

*Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply 

*EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

 

Job Summary:

The Peer Outreach Coordinator is responsible for on-going community outreach and advocacy at an active recovery support center that develops and maintains peer-to-peer support services and activities provided for and by people in recovery from substance abuse. The recovery support center is encompassed in peer governance and uses the peer participatory process to create a safe, inclusive environment to promote ongoing growth and long term recovery.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct outreach within the recovery community and support the members in recovery from substance use disorder in a Peer-to-Peer Support model. Oversee all the recreational activities at the Center, and other recovery-oriented social activities. Connect organizations that work with individuals/families in recovery to collaborate with the center. Provide information and referrals to assist members with needed services. Conduct outreach to individuals within the recovery community, via recovery programs; jails, prisons, support networks and by attending networking events. Enhance community awareness through media outreach and by attending community events with the Center. Keep all required documentation up to date. Participate in an ongoing collaborations with other programs providing educational, employment and medical support to people in recovery. Participate in workshops/trainings related to wellness and recovery engagement. Participate in support groups when needed. Participate in data collection for reporting and evaluation purposes. Participate in monthly supervision with the Program Director. Be able to work flexible hours including weekends, nights and holidays. Additional duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge in the field of substance abuse, good verbal and written communication skills. Preferred to be in recovery for a period of no less than 2 years. Be familiar with the local recovery community, Brockton area. Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation required. Bilingual in Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, or Portuguese, Bicultural encouraged to apply.

The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training