Peer Engagement Specialist

Description

Peer Engagement Specialist for our Hep-C Program – Lancaster Avenue.

Since 1985, BCCS has been a trusted provider of substance abuse and behavioral health treatment. We pride ourselves on helping community members recover with dignity. Our services include education, advocacy, prevention, early intervention, and treatment.

• Work with discharged clients in the community and carry a case load of active clients.
• Re‑engage individuals absent from care and provide engagement services to address barriers to participation.
• Act as a liaison between clinical staff and clients.
• Provide a positive role model for clients to emulate.
• Conduct workshops and seminars.
• Conduct non‑clinical life‑skill groups (e.g., health & wellness, self‑help, budgeting).
• Develop and maintain relationships with community referral sources for in‑reach and aftercare planning.
• Conduct presentations on designated topics and prevention in the community as directed by the Program Supervisor.
• Develop and conduct client/family/community educational sessions.
• Provide educational materials on specific topics for the Hep‑C Elimination contract.
• Conduct Hep‑C training and coordinate prevention services.
• Provide specialized discharge and aftercare services and conduct scheduled follow‑ups.

• Monday – Friday
• 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license with 2 points or less.
• Must identify as a peer (in recovery from addiction to drugs, alcohol, or mental health).
• Minimum of 2 years in recovery.
• 1–3 years experience working with people in recovery.
• CPRS certification preferred. If not certified, certification required within first year of employment.

• Starting at $18/hour; commensurate with experience, education, and certification.

• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with low employee costs.
• 34 paid days off annually.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer.
• Opportunity for advancement.