AACI
2400 Moorpark Ave, Ste 300, Sam Jose CA
Oct 18, 2023
Full time
Youth struggle with making decisions, especially about drug use. They may not have reliable resources to learn how substance use can affect their lives, resulting in loss of housing, incarceration, decline in grades, and mental health issues. AACI’s ADAPT program focuses on empowering youth, helping them to make educated decisions.
The Peer Recovery Specialist provides guidance to engage, support, and assist clients in understanding and navigating public support systems. Responsibilities include conducting outreach, facilitating support groups, acting as liaison with community partners, and representing the ADAPT program in the community. No one knows more about the needs of those dealing with substance addiction than those with lived experience.
Salary Range $20.19 - $23.50 Hourly
What we can offer you:
Hybrid Remote Model with company laptop
Realistic caseload
12 Paid Holidays, and a Floating Holiday!
Paid Vacation and Sick time
Comprehensive benefit plan with four Health Plan Options (we pay 95% of premiums!)
403(b) Retirement Plan with match
Additional pay for bilingual staff
Eligibility for the State Loan Forgiveness Program
Free access to Headspace mindfulness application
Education & Experience:
High School equivalent or GED education
Experience with the process of recovery from a mental illness or substance use disorder, either as a consumer of these services or as the parent, caregiver, or family member of a consumer.
Experience providing services to youth and young adults ages 12-21.
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