HIV and Mental Health Recovery Counselor

Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Philadelphia, PA • CIRC - Community Integrated Recovery Center

Description

Recovery Counselor (CIRC and HIV)

COMHAR is a nonprofit community based organization. Our mission is to provide health, and human services that empower individuals, families and communities to live healthier self-determined lives.

We are currently seeking a Recovery Counselor.

Responsibilities:

• Provide opportunities for individuals receiving services to direct their own recovery process.
• Teach, coach, and motivate, individuals in the acquisition and utilization of skills needed to facilitate their recovery.
• Educate individuals about available service options and choices.
• Promote the utilization of natural resources within the community.
• Facilitate the development of a sense of wellness and self worth.
• Provide 24/7 on call emergency beeper coverage on a rotating basis.
• Working within the LGBTQI/HIV/AIDS community and Counseling.

Requirements

Requirements:

• At a minimum will have an associate’s degree and 1 year work experience in mental health direct service.

Or

• A high school diploma or GED and 2 years experience in human services which must include 1 year of mental health direct service.
• Preferred work within the LGBTQI/HIV/AIDS community
• Demonstrated computer proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Knowledge (or willingness to learn about) community resources in Philadelphia area.
• Willingness to work flexible work schedule to include some evenings, weekends, and holiday hours.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace. COMHAR, Inc. is a not-for-profit community based health and human service organization founded in 1975. We do not discriminate in services or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, past or present receipt of disability-related services or supports, marital status, veteran status, or any other class of persons protected by federal, state or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,960.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Philadelphia, PA 19134: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Mental Health Direct Service: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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