Peer Recovery Coach (PT) – Brooklyn Collaborative Legal Engagement Addiction Response

EAC Network, a leading non-profit social service organization, is looking for passionate individuals to join our Collaborative Legal Engagement and Addiction Response (CLEAR) Program in Brooklyn, NY. We’re empowering over 79,000 people annually across NYC and Long Island through 100+ programs, and now, we’re seeking someone with lived experience in recovery to make a difference as a Peer Recovery Coach. If you’re ready to inspire change, this is your opportunity!

• Salary: $33 per hour
• Schedule: Friday-Sunday 4 PM-12 AM
• Located: 175 Remsen Street in Brooklyn (Dispatched to precincts in Brooklyn.)

What drives the core purpose of this job: 

The Peer Recovery Coach for the Brooklyn Collaborative Legal Engagement and Addiction Response (CLEAR) program is responsible for providing on-going culturally responsive and appropriate support for participants referred to the program by fostering positive relationships and connecting them to services in the community.

What are the key Responsibilities:

1. Respond to precincts throughout Brooklyn to talk to prospective participants about the program and its benefits.
2. Identify and facilitate emergency resources for participants.
3. Encourage participants to visit with the program Case Manager and follow up with referrals to community-based support resources and other ancillary services.
4. Meet with clients on an on-going, as needed basis on and off site and be available via email and cell phone for support, advice, and guidance.
5. Provide a Naloxone kit and training to participants if needed.
6. Participate in team meetings.
7. Participate in regularly scheduled on-going trainings and supervision.
8. Maintain client charts and notes, update after each interaction with client and have available for inspection by supervision at any time.
9. Community outreach and liaising with criminal justice agencies such as court staff,  police, parole/probation officers).

What key knowledge, skills, and abilities are required to excel in this role:

1. High School diploma or educational equivalent required.
2. Certified Peer Recovery Coach Certification (CRPA) or training preferred.
3. OASAS/OMH Peer Specialist Certification or peer specialist training such as Howie the Harp Peer Advocacy and Training Center Peer Specialist Program preferred.
4. Must have good communication skills, both oral and written.
5. Ability to work cooperatively with multiple agencies.
6. Knowledge of target population and borough resources.
7. Willing to travel throughout Brooklyn.
8. Ability to work nights and weekends.
9. Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.

Why Join Us?

• At EAC Network, you will find more than just a job – you will find a supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth. We champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered.
• We offer many roles with flexible and hybrid schedules to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance. Our commitment to wellness has allowed us to earn the Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna in 2024 and 2025.
• Additionally, all employees are eligible to participate in EAC Network’s 401(k) plan. EAC employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. At EAC Network, you are part of a team making a difference in our communities across Long Island and New York City, every day.