Youth Recovery Coach Jobs

Position Summary
The SOR3 Youth Recovery Coach will coordinate Peer Recovery Supports Services (PRSS) to youth within the Syracuse City School District as well as reaching out to youth subjected to school discipline or returning from detention or incarceration. The project will also give special attention to children of incarcerated parents, providing a dedicated support group for such youth that we identify. The CUSE Center will provide Clubhouse Socialization and Recovery Support Services to complement any youth within the Syracuse City School District that self-Identify as having a history of a substance use disorder. The project will address the need for stronger peer recovery support services for youth, Specific needs include engagement of youth, need for clubhouse/socialization services, and bridging the digital divide. The project will create an afterschool enrichment program, violence prevention program and leadership development program using SMART Recovery’s 4-Point Program as well as Positive Youth Development Principles (PYD). The SOR3 Youth Recovery Coach will provide workshops on the key elements of Recovery, on success in the core areas of life (employment, housing, relationships, mental health/self-esteem), and on other topics as determined by the Advisory Council and SOR3 community stakeholders. This employment opportunity requires evening and weekend hours, as determined by CCA/CUSE Center key project staff. Applicants must possess a valid NYS driver’s license, a reliable vehicle able to transport participants, and appropriate levels of auto insurance, as required by CCA.
Direct Supervisor: Director/Assistant Director, CUSE Center
Duties And Responsibilities

• Implement program-wide awareness about recovery in Syracuse and throughout Onondaga

County through community educational forums and other social events.

• Promptly respond to requests for service information from consumers, community, and

potential referral sources.

• Enroll and engage at least 25 youth in recovery services over a 1-year period; enrolled youth

will attend CUSE Center activities at least 4 times per month.

• Work in collaboration with team members, managers, directors, and the administrative
• 75% of the youth enrolled will complete a Personalized Recovery Plan.

team.

• Coordinate with outside Recovery Support Services, including treatment centers and 12-
• Help identify new and existing resources for youth.

Step communities.

• Meet regularly with youth in the Center and community to develop their personal recovery

tool kit.

• Create and maintain opportunities to assist youth in discovering their passions and

exploring areas of health & wellness, employment, education, life skills and spirituality to
achieve a meaningful life.

• Collect and maintain databases for weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Create opportunities and linkages to social inclusion opportunities in Onondaga County and

beyond.

• Maintain guidelines, policies and procedures established by funding source, and Advisory

Council.
Qualifications (preferred)

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in human services or related field with two (2) years

relevant experience preferably in mental health and/or behavioral health field, or an
equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Candidates must identify as someone in recovery with at least two years of success in his/her personal recovery and wellness.
• Preferred lived experience with substance use and/or mental health.
• Experience providing group education, mentoring people individually in self-help and advocacy is necessary.

Professional Skills/Abilities

• Understanding of natural supports (e.g., personal associations and relationships).
• Ability to operate office equipment: fax, copier, scanner, printer, telephone. Ability to relate with respect to persons from diverse ethnic, social-cultural, lifestyle, and educational backgrounds.
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Knowledge of peer support and strength-based peer practices.
• Knowledge of computer systems and computer operations, proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, MS Word, and MS Excel. Customer and Engagement skills.
• Ability to work well with a team.
• Ability to maintain clear ethical boundaries between self and participants.
• Knowledge of mental health/substance use services, community resources (service systems).
• Ability to travel to meetings and other sites.

At CCA, we are committed to fair transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive market-informed compensation. The successful candidate's salary is determined by the combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, and geography.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT COVER LETTER WITH RESUME.