Community Engagement Specialist

Location: Marlborough, MA - Peer Recovery Program

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm with occasional Saturdays 

Pay rate: $17.00-$19.00/hour 

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k with company contribution
• Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment 

The Community Engagement Specialist is responsible for 

• Educating the public about addiction and the multiple pathways to Recovery, recruiting participants, and networking with community-based organizations in collaboration with peer volunteers. 
• Assisting Young Adults on their pathway to Recovery/or help maintain a strong Recovery.

Qualifications:

• One year of experience in a substance abuse program preferred
• Be familiar with local recovery community. 
• CARC certification preferred
• Experience providing harm minimization advice and information that reduces the potential negative impact on individuals and communities 
• Experience with the provision of support that is structured, focused and time-limited to the point of entry with clients waiting to access appropriate treatment /support services generated from contacts with the street population
• Must have valid driver’s license and dependable transportation.