Overnight Peer Advocate (NO CRPA REQUIRED)

Manage waiting room for the Open Access Clinic Assist the evaluator with referrals for services Assist client with filling out intake package paperwork Provide non-clinical crisis support, especially after periods of hospitalization or incarceration Accompany clients to court appearances and other appointments (when approved and arranged by Supervisor) Work with participants to identify strengths Link participants to formal recovery supports Educate program participants about various modes of recovery Responsible for maintaining an organized and sanitary work environment. Overnight shift 12am - 8am mix of weekdays and weekends High School Diploma or GED Lived Experience in the substance abuse or mental health system Ability to utilize a computer Equivalent combinations of education and work experience will be considered Able to successfully engage clients, including those who may have serious, persistent mental health issues and criminal justice histories Strong written and oral communication skills to interact with clients Familiarity with resources in the community that meet a wide variety of client needs Comfortable working independently while also a strong team player Demonstrates cultural humility Equipment, Machines and Software Used: This position requires the regular use of a computer/iPad, printer, photocopier, fax machine, telephone, scanner. Computer Software: Microsoft Office to include Word, Outlook, Excel. Mental and Visual Demand: Moderate mental and visual attention to perform light administrative work, data entry and/or reading. Requires some judgment in the analysis of facts or conditions regarding individual problems or transactions to determine what action should be taken, within the specifications of standard practice. Physical Demand: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, perform repetitive hand motion, push, pull. The employee is not required to lift or move objects greater than 5 pounds. Environmental Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that may be encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. There is no exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Work is performed in a typical office environment with occasional outside travel. Outreach may be required in the community in both indoor and outdoor spaces. Some exposure to weather conditions may occur. Disclaimer: All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee's job duties at any time at its sole discretion. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will employment relationship.

Created: 2025-12-09