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Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA/CRPA-P) Queens

L5

second windFlushing, NYtoday

Occupations

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder CounselorsMental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersMental Health Counselors

Industries

Other Individual and Family ServicesOutpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse CentersOther Social Advocacy Organizations
Job Description
Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA/CRPA-P): Use your recovery journey to inspire others. Are you passionate about helping others find strength in recovery? At The Second Wind, we're looking for dedicated and compassionate Certified Recovery Peer Advocates (CRPA/CRPA-P) to join our growing team. Your lived experience is a powerful tool, and here, it can change lives.
Who We Are: The Second Wind is a community-focused organization committed to helping individuals overcome substance use challenges and rebuild their lives. With experienced leadership, dedicated support teams, and a deep respect for every person's journey, we provide recovery-focused care that is compassionate, collaborative, and impactful. At The Second Wind, your story matters, and so does your future.
What You'll Do:
  • Provide one-on-one peer support to individuals navigating recovery
  • Use your personal recovery experience to guide, motivate, and empower others
  • Assist clients in developing individualized recovery goals and accessing needed resources
  • Collaborate with clinical and care teams to ensure well-rounded support
  • Advocate for client needs and promote recovery-oriented thinking
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided
Qualifications:
  • Certified as a CRPA or CRPA-P in New York StateLived experience with substance use and currently in sustained recovery
  • Genuine passion for supporting others in their recovery journey
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Equal Employment Opportunity The Second Wind, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We strongly encourage qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds, including individuals with lived experience and those who reflect the communities we serve, to apply. Lived experience with recovery is highly valued in our peer support roles, and we strongly encourage individuals with this experience to apply.
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Level

SeniorL5

Location

Flushing, NY

Occupation

Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselors

Industry

Other Individual and Family Services

Posted

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