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Peer Advocate
rumcsi· LE001 Richmond Medical Center
About this role
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
A Peer Advocate is an individual who uses their knowledge acquired through lived experience related to substance use, to support the recovery goals of individuals who use drugs and/or alcohol. Peers are natural support experts, meaning that the relationships they establish can lead to increased feelings of support, safety, and wellbeing among the individuals they serve. Through a combination of lived experience and professional training, peers can provide an array of face-to-face peer support services with a client. Peer support services are defined as "services for the purpose of outreach for engaging an individual to consider entering treatment, reinforcing current patients' engagement in treatment and connecting patients to community-based recovery".
Requirements:
Valid NYS Driver's License or Non Drivers ID driver's license preferred.
Must be willing to travel to any off-site campuses to discuss any Peer Support/places or any activities involving Peers
Must have either 180 days in Recovery and or extensive knowledge of Addiction through own personal experiences or family members
Must be willing to travel to any Clinics, Facilities, Rehabs, or any place that offers Detox/Inpatient for any Outreach
Must be willing to form a good source of networking through our facility and strengthen the communications between Silberstein and other facilities
High School diploma or NYSED approved High School Equivalency (HSE)
50 hours of required training, (advocacy, mentoring and education, recovery wellness support, ethical responsibility and Medication Supported Recovery (MSR)).
CRPA certification required.
Evening Shift
Salary Range: $22/hr - $26/hr
Employment Non-Discrimination: Richmond University Medical Center is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment and provides full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and needs including lactation accommodations, physical or mental disability, age, immigration or citizenship status, veteran or active military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Peer Advocate position at rumcsi located?
This Peer Advocate role at rumcsi is based in Richmond University Medical Center (Staten Island, NY). The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Peer Advocate role at rumcsi full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Part time position. It is posted as a Peer Advocate role in the LE001 Richmond Medical Center department at rumcsi.
Which team or department does the Peer Advocate at rumcsi belong to?
This Peer Advocate position is part of the LE001 Richmond Medical Center department at rumcsi. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Peer Advocate position at rumcsi?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to rumcsi's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Peer Advocate job at rumcsi posted?
This Peer Advocate position at rumcsi was posted on Sep 17, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Peer Advocate
rumcsi
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