Job Information
Family and Children's Association SHERPA Program Coordinator in Mineola, New York
SHERPA Program Coordinator
The Opportunity
SHERPA is a specially trained team of peer recovery coaches offering guidance to individuals and families navigating the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment system. SHERPA provides recovery, harm-reduction, and crisis service linkage and emotional support based on the principles of hope, wellness, dignity, and choice.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and develop schedules for covering the on-call shifts with partner hospitals and community referrals.
Assist the Program Supervisor in overseeing documentation; ensure that peers are completing reports in a timely and efficient manner for the Supervisor to review and aggregate.
Assist the Program Supervisor by attending hospital meetings as necessary and representing the Sherpa program.
Engage people in strengths-based, trauma-informed peer support at the very beginning stages of their individual recovery plans, primarily in a hospital emergency room setting.
Demonstrate active listening, respectful motivational questions, and treatment of people as the strongest resource in their own recovery.
Provide systems advocacy and guidance to individuals as they navigate the substance use disorder treatment system.
Follow up post hospital discharge.
Provide warm handoffs to treatment providers and/or recovery support services and other community resources
Effectively communicate with family, Sherpa Peers, hospital staff, and substance use treatment providers and community supports.
Document utilization and outcomes with respect and confidentiality.
Foster environment of mutual respect, cooperation, and teamwork.
Represent the Sherpa Program in the community with enthusiasm and professionalism.
Qualifications
High school diploma required. Undergraduate degree a plus.
NYS Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA or CRPA-P) preferred.
Familiarity with recovery skills, support services, and local community resources required, including substance use disorder prevention, treatment, and referrals.
At least 2 years experience working in substance use or mental health recovery services as a provider or recipient required.
A valid New York State driver's license with a safe and responsible driving history.
Intermediate skills, including Microsoft Office (including Word, Outlook and Excel)
Additional Information
Schedule:
Full-time, 35 hours per week. Tuesday through Saturday, some evenings required.
Location: Westbury
Benefits Information
Full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Generous, vacation, sick, personal, and floating holiday time
403(b); with generous employer contribution
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Pet Insurance
Short Term (STD) and Long Term (LTD) Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
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