About the Role
The Seaway Valley Prevention Council seeks a self-directed and compassionate individual to serve as a Peer Educator. This role involves collaborating across recovery and prevention programs, delivering evidence-based programming, and providing one-on-one support to individuals in recovery.
Responsibilities
- Deliver evidence-based programming in local community-based settings (treatment facilities, recovery programs, criminal justice settings).
- Meet one-on-one with individuals in recovery.
- Assist with the harm reduction program.
- Facilitate the Recovery Coach Academy series.
- Assist with prevention community events.
- Provide one-time presentations in community-based organizations and local school districts.
Requirements
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Must be comfortable with public speaking.
- Must enjoy community engagement.
- Must be comfortable working with community members from all backgrounds and ages.
- Must work towards recovery and prevention credentials (CRPA, CPS) upon hire.
- Submit a cover letter and resume via the Bamboo HR link.
- Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Skills
- Public speaking
- Community engagement
Location
- St. Lawrence County
- Lewis County
- Jefferson County
Work Type
- Full-time
- Some evening and weekend hours required
Education Level
- Associate's degree in Education, Public Health, or a related field required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
About the Company
- The Seaway Valley Prevention Council focuses on recovery and prevention programs.
