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Senior peer services coordinator

Prevention Links

Roselle, NJ 07203

~ 19 min OnsiteUrgently HiringBilingual Preferred

Authorized to work in the U.S. and New Jersey.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrate sensitivity, flexibility, and responsiveness to diverse genders, races, ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, religions, ages, sexual orientations, and other identities when interacting with staff, participants, and stakeholders.
Represent Prevention Links professionally while upholding the agency's standards of excellence and collaboration.
Ability to work across multiple community and program locations.
Available for evening and weekend meetings, events, and activities as required.
Available outside of regular work hours, including on-call responsibilities as needed to support participants and stakeholders.
Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and basic computer systems.
Ability to utilize Recovery Data Platform (RDP), Basecamp, and other databases or systems utilized by Prevention Links.
Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities.
Maintain an understanding of Prevention Links programs, grants, projects, and services.
Ability to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Lived experience with addiction and recovery, with a minimum of two (2) years of experience applying the guiding principles of recovery.
Associate's degree in social work, human services, or a related field.
NJ Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) certification preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in program coordination, supervision, or human services.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or Creole preferred.
Must be available for evening & weekend programmatic events/activities as required.
Local and domestic travel may be required for this position. Reliable independent transportation is required. All travel mileage will be reimbursed.