Purpose:
GreenTree is adding to its Recovery Community Organizational component. This is a peer community based support role for those desiring to seek a life free from drug or alcohol dependence OR if they are not ready to cease using but want a safe and positive space to connect with support and health resources. We respect harm reduction and all paths to improved health and personal growth.
Objectives include:
- To provide genuine, non-judgmental welcome to all comers in a safe, trauma-sensitive social setting
- To provide authentic peer to peer support that affirms a person and builds a hopeful foundation for next steps
- To provide recovery education and peer group support
- To link people to other resources they may need regarding harm reduction services, recovery housing, mental health care, addiction treatment, etc.
- To offer support with finding meaningful employment
Duties and Responsibilities:
The most important priority is the ability to work as a trusted team member sharing our Mission and Vision. We can provide training and support where necessary otherwise.
- Demonstrate personal value of recovery potential for all people with mental health or substance use challenges
- Respect efforts of all who are support seekers whether they choose abstinence, harm reduction, or medication assisted life recovery
- Co-facilitate Nexus recovery education and support groups such as Seeking Safety, SMART Recovery (training and resources provided) as well as Thinking for a Change
- Assist with weekly community outreach setups, engaging people in underserved communities to facilitate support, resource linkage
- Participate in Forsyth County coalitions and partnerships meaningfully to result in more seamless resource or treatment access for our peer participants
- Be willing to transport individuals to support and advocate as they access other agencies
- Assist those re-entering community life after incarceration, liaising with judicial system contacts as is helpful to benefit individuals according to their preferences
- Provide documentation and reporting according to our data collection practices
- Other duties as may be assigned by supervisors
Qualifications for this position:
- Personal history of substance use recovery
- Working understanding of trauma-sensitive support, theory, principles, and practices
- Ability to manage time and complete tasks accordingly with limited direct supervision
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills including active and reflective listening while not judging a person’s character
- Self-motivation and initiative to work independently as well as within a team
- Excellent team player, enjoying being part of a responsive, creative team
- Capable with software applications including word processing and data forms
- Current NC Certified Peer Support Specialist or the commitment to obtain certification within 4 months
- Valid NC driver’s license
- College level study experience preferred that equips for researching resources and professional communication
- Basic knowledge of local community support services/resources, including treatment providers and recovery housing programs
- Must live in or very near Forsyth County to gain familiarity with local resources
- Personal experience with incarceration and transition into community life a plus but not required