PEER NAVIGATOR
Prevention Links, Inc. · preventionlinks.org
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The job in short
Peer recovery navigator providing substance use recovery support and outreach.
Details
- Found
- 14 d ago · posted 2026-10-06
- Location as listed
- Kenilworth, NJ, US
- Role
- Behavioral Health / Therapist
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Position Summary:
The Peer Navigator provides direct Peer Recovery Support Services (PRSS) using a person-centered, recovery-oriented approach. The position conducts outreach, responds to referrals, provides warm handoffs, supports recovery planning, and connects participants to housing, employment, treatment, and community resources.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide direct peer recovery support.
• Maintain participant caseloads.
• Respond to referrals and complete follow-up.
• Connect participants to housing, employment, treatment, and recovery supports.
• Provide tobacco cessation education and referrals.
• Document services in required systems.
• Participate in supervision and ongoing training.
• Represent Prevention Links in the community.
Qualifications:
High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred. Lived experience in recovery from substance use disorder or co-occurring conditions required. CPRS credential or ability to obtain within six months of hire. Experience in peer support, outreach, or navigation preferred.
Skills and Knowledge Required:
Knowledge of recovery principles, community resources, motivational communication, documentation, confidentiality, professional boundaries, and cultural responsiveness.
Travel and Special Requirements:
Frequent travel throughout assigned New Jersey regions; occasional evening or weekend activities. 40 hours per week.
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