Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who seek it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Duchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a full-time Peer Adherence Worker to support our Coram site.
****** $1500 Sign On Bonus- Terms and Conditions Apply****
Responsible to provide peer support and teach self management skills for Genesis patients
Essential Functions:
· Develops linkages and refers patients for additional supportive services
· Conduct adherence assessments with patients to provide education and
reduce barriers to adherence
· Possesses and uses good judgment, has the ability to work to maintain effective relationships
with individuals and organizations.
· Participates in ongoing training and regional collaboratives to enhance knowledge and skills
· Participates in quality improvement trainings and activities to improve patient care
· Provides follow up on patient referrals.
· Demonstrates cultural competency in working with diverse populations
· Facilitates enrollment in benefit and entitlement programs
· Ability to travel to Sun River Health locations as needed
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma/GED required. Associate preferred.
2 years history of advocacy experience.
Hourly rate: $16-18.50/hour
Candidate must be a Certified Recovery Coach or receive within one year of being hired for the position or have courses to supporting the information relating to counseling, substance misuse, mental health and Evidence Based Practices, Prevention techniques as well as Intervention that relate to the population that are being served.
Sun River Health is a network of over 40 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) providing primary, dental, pediatric, OB-GYN, and behavioral health care to over 245,000 patients annually. With a dedicated staff of 2,000 doctors, nurses, and health care professionals, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, affordable care to those who need it most. Sun River Health started in 1975 when four African American mothers spearheaded efforts to open our first health center in Peekskill, New York to deliver accessible, high-quality, affordable services to patients in need no matter their race, religion, income, or insurance status. Today, after 45 years of service, Sun River Health is still delivering on that promise to communities across the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.50 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Please note the hourly range for this position is $16-18.50/hour. Please indicate your desired hourly rate.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Certified Recovery Coach (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person