Recovery to Work Navigator at FAVOR – Western PA (Bolivar, PA – Mobile/Remote)
Employer Name:
FAVOR - Western PA
Location:
Bolivar, PA (mobile/remote)
Position:
Recovery to Work Navigator
Hours:
Full Time
Position Description:
Responsibilities and Duties include:
- Work collaboratively with FAVOR, ARC staff, and all project partners
- Assist in monitoring and implementation of all R2W Laurel Highlands project timelines
- Provide support and systems navigation to project participants
- Build and maintain relationships with external workforce resources across the 8-county
project area - Collaborate with established workforce programs and agencies as an advocate within the
social services and workforce network - Serve as a member of Project Committee
- Educate individuals, family members, community at large, and professional staff about
building recovery capital and offer support related to obstacles that prohibit it
Salary range and hours:
- $31,200 annually
- Full Time
- Full benefit package paid for by FAVOR – Western PA
Job Requirements:
Qualifications:
Proven experience in workforce development is required. Qualified candidates must posses
solid understanding of workforce engagement and performance evaluation procedures,
particularly on federal projects. Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) and/or Certified Family
Recovery Specialist (CFRS) credential(s) required. BA/BS in Social Services field preferred;
equivalent experience in social services field is required.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Lived experience of recovery from behavioral health conditions
- Experience in facilitation of large and small groups
- Comprehensive understanding of Pennsylvania’s behavioral health systems
Personal Qualities: - Ability to listen to, and empathize with diverse individuals and populations
- Strong work ethic and self-motivated
Amount of travel, other requirements:
- Able to travel throughout 8-county region very frequently
- Ability to work independently and remotely within organization’s expectations
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