Youth Recovery Leader - Full-time - Amarillo, TX - Cenikor Foundation

Overview: $18.00 / HR + medical/dental/vision/life insurance benefits + a 401k employer contribution of up to 10% +  tuition reimbursement of 2k annually+ 200 hours of PTO + other great benefit***

Cenikor’s Value Proposition – What’s In It for You?:

• PURPOSE in your work – service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at work.
• COMPETITIVE PAY, BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, $2k - $4k TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, up to 10% 401K and BONUSES – we hire and reward high performers.
• STABILITY and GROWTH – more than 55 years in business – our strong financial processes support our drive to serve more people and ensure stability for our team members.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – we are committed to developing our leaders in their desired career path and promoting from within. We have Cenikor Career Pathways Program that you can join after 90 days of employment. We also have an annual leadership development program with assigned mentors to help you achieve your professional goals.
• The work we do isn’t easy. If you like to work hard, to serve others and to have FUN with your team while achieving goals, Cenikor will be the right place for you!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Peer Recovery Leader is responsible for working to support and increase the prevalence of long-term recovery from substance use disorders of participants between the ages of 13-21 by mobilizing community organizations who will utilize a Peer Recovery community Leader workforce.  This position will seek out participants and engage them in the Youth Recovery Community (YRC), while also maintaining current YRC membership. Work hours are flexible to include evenings and at least one Saturday per month. Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Work with 13-21 year old participants as a Peer Recovery Leader by providing direct support recovery services.
2. Draw from lived experience to build rapport and help participants create, facilitate, and maintain goals.
3. Embrace and work from a collaborative, multiple paths to recovery framework.
4. Determine participant goals and assist participant to reach short and long term goals.
5. Keep detailed and organized documentation of individual sessions, groups and community meetings/partnerships.
6. Submit monthly and quarterly reports in a timely manner with accurate numbers of participants involved in YRC.
7. Create a wellness plan which will be updated regularly.
8. Attend all mandatory Cenikor Trainings and Cenikor and YRC Team meetings.
9. Work with the Cenikor Marketing Coordinator to create flyers, memes, and brochures as needed for the YRC Program.
10. Connect participants and make referrals to community resources. Assist in the process of contacting resources, scheduling appointments, arranging transportation etc. for the participants and their families.
11. Assist in the process of skill building such as contacting resources, scheduling appointments, arranging transportation etc. for the participants.
12. Work closely with the Family Coordinator to engage the whole family in the recovery process.
13. Establish linkages with community-based organization, recovery support organizations, substance use disorder treatment providers, and other sources of support within the community to assist in sustaining individual’s recovery. Reach out and follow up with at least three community partners per month with the goal of expanding the scope of the YRC.
14. Conduct recovery support groups with participants that are designed to provide participant with positive emotional support to assist dealing with daily and personal life issues.
15. Conduct structured activities based on the needs of the participants.
16. Assist in the development and implementation of recovery community service projects.  Participant in recovery their family members and supportive allies are engaged in, planning and completing service projects.
17. Plan fun and sober social events to support participants in recovery.
18. Schedule and conduct presentations of Youth Recovery Community (YRC) services to gain community buy-in and support.
19. Be available to help and cross train other Team Members to facilitate all YRC Groups.
20. Provide outreach and engagement strategies to increase participation in and provide access to recovery support services for diverse populations.
21. Perform additional duties as assigned and consistent with the exempt functions as assigned in this job description. 

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to be flexible while remaining highly organized.
• Ability to work within a team setting, as well as independently.
• Ability to plan in advance and implement those plans with fidelity.
• Possess good time management skills needed to meet aggressive deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office, with above average skills in MS PowerPoint and Outlook Calendar.
   Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor’s Culture:
  • Demonstrate mission of service to our clients
  • Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients
  • Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals
  • Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries
  • Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience:

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred. 
• Experience working with youth and/ or young adults.
• Group and individual session facilitation experience.
• Experience with addiction recovery, including multiple pathways to recovery and peer recovery support services.

License:

• Peer Recovery Support Specialist Certification preferred 
• Valid Driver’s License required

IMPORTANT NOTES:

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE