"We value the many contributions of our staff, and we recognize that every person, every job, contributes to the well-being of the children, adults, and families we serve. I hope you will consider joining one of our many teams to make a difference in the lives of so many of our neighbors and community members."

• Bob Bick, Chief Executive Officer

Peer Community Recovery Specialist

Employees in this position may be eligible for up to $5,000 in grant-funded tuition or loan assistance

Provide support services to adults in psychiatric crisis through connection and relationship building. A Peer Community Recovery Specialist's approach is guided by their personal experience with recovery from mental health and/or substance use conditions. As a community-based program, START (Stabilization, Treatment, And Recovery Team) Peer Community Recovery Specialists work in a variety of settings, including clients' homes and hospital settings, both inpatient and emergency rooms.

Responsibilities:

• Provide community-based peer support services
• Offer mental health recovery support that is strengths based and hope driven
• Advocate for adults in recovery
• Respond to crisis
• Complete administrative tasks

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and use of a personal vehicle
• Personal experience dealing with challenges of mental illness

Structure:

• Full time, 37.5
• Union
• Non-exempt
• Starting at $20 an hour

• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience

Benefits:

• Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
• Comprehensive BCBS Medical with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
• Two Dental options through Delta Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
• Childcare Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
• Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
• Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy

Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.