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Community Engagement SpecialistSpectrum Health Systems, Inc • Worcester, MA, United States
Community Engagement Specialist

Community Engagement Specialist

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc • Worcester, MA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Details

Job Location

Worcester, MA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$18.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Job Shift

Any

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Location : Worcester, MA - Peer Recovery Program

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

Pay rate : $18.00-$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

    Qualifications :

  • One year ofexperience 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.
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