Certified Recovery Peer Advocate

Job overview

The Certified Recovery Peer Advocate role is onsite in New York, NY, with compensation of $21.97 per hour. Acacia Network’s community-based programs serve underserved communities in New York City and beyond. This peer-delivered role supports rehabilitation and long-term recovery from behavioral health disorders through non-clinical, trauma-informed assistance. The advocate helps clients build coping skills, connect with community resources, and participate in recovery-oriented care.

What you'll do

• Provide recovery-oriented interventions, relapse-prevention planning, substance-use assessments and groups, and recovery education.
• Coordinate with the multidisciplinary team, support referrals and transitions from institutions, conduct outreach, and assist clients with benefits, housing, food, and community care.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

certified recovery peer advocate

substance use recovery

behavioral health

peer support

relapse prevention

motivational interviewing

care coordination

full-time

new york ny

acacia network

$21.97/hr

high school diploma or ged

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Current Certified Recovery Peer Advocate certification is required; provisional certification is accepted with full certification due within six months of hire.

About the employer

Acacia Network is hiring for this role. Industry: Vocational Rehabilitation Services. Sector: 62.