JOB DETAILS

Recovery Peer Advocate

CompanyCenter for Family Life and Recovery
LocationUtica
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 25, 2026
About The Company
Center for Family Life and Recovery supports individuals struggling with addiction, mental health, and behavioral issues by inspiring hope, providing help, promoting wellness, and transforming lives.
About the Role

Description

A peer advocate provides outreach, advocacy, mentoring and recovery support services to those seeking or sustaining recovery. Participate as a member of the team providing services to people with behavioral health challenges and linking them to needed services/resources. Peers use their shared personal experience to promote client's recovery, offering support, advocacy and skill development opportunities. 

Requirements

High school diploma/GED

Lived experience in mental health, substance abuse and the criminal justice system

Willingness to disclose lived experiences. 

Have at least attended Recovery Coach Academy or certifications a recovery peer advocate or peer specialist.  

Current and valid NYS driver's license 

Key Skills
OutreachAdvocacyMentoringRecovery SupportTeam ParticipationBehavioral HealthResource LinkingSkill DevelopmentDisclosure
Categories
Social ServicesHealthcare
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
A peer advocate offers outreach, advocacy, mentoring, and recovery support services to individuals pursuing or maintaining recovery. This role involves participating as a team member to serve people with behavioral health challenges and connect them with necessary resources.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$16 - $19
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
24
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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