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1 person is interested
Serve as an AmeriCorps State/National member in our Recovery Corps program!
ORGANIZATION: Center For Family Services
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1 person is interested
Serve as an AmeriCorps State/National member in our Recovery Corps program, a direct service program that supports recovery in New Jersey's southern region.
Recovery Corps members provide peer support to people considering or currently in recovery. Members give hope that recovery is possible by encouraging and assisting individuals to find their own personal pathway to recovery. Members serve alongside experienced professionals and gain valuable skills in a wide variety of recovery support programs. Members connect with individuals through service site placements at Living Proof Recovery Center, hospital-based LifelineED , STAR c ase management, and the family support program, ReConnections. Members also participate in community outreach efforts with the goal of transforming southern New Jersey into a community of hope and mutual support to foster long-term recovery.
Requirements
- Commit to serve 15-20 hours per week for 30 weeks to complete 450 hours of service
- Have direct lived experience with addiction/recovery of a loved one or close associate OR be in person recovery from substance use for at least one year
- Must be a citizen of the US, a US national, or a Lawful Permanent Resident Alien
- Must be 19 years of age
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
- All positions are contingent upon a drug screening, criminal background becks, and medical testing including a physical and PPD.
- Living allowance of $3635 ($242.31/bi weekly)
- Education award of $1612.43
- Many university match the education award for graduate programs
- Valuable professional mentorships with experienced professionals in the recovery/addiction service field
- Certifications at the end of the service including Peer Specialist and mental health first aid
- Extensive training in recovery support services
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About Center For Family Services
Location:
584 Benson St., Camden, NJ 08103, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Center For Family Services is changing the odds for children and families by providing vision, hope, and strength for a better life through intervention, prevention, and education.
Description
Center For Family Services is a leading non-profit social services provider offering a strong and innovative continuum of care with comprehensive and evidence-based services. The top workplace team at Center For Family Services has a professional commitment to high-quality services. Dedicated employees balance best practice and cutting edge approaches, providing personalized and compassionate care with a goal to help each person reach their full potential.
Center For Family Services experienced rapid growth over the last decade, expanding to include a wide range of specialized care to meet the growing and changing needs in the New Jersey community. Headquartered in Camden City, Egg Harbor Township, and East Orange, Center For Family Services offers life-changing services in convenient and accessible locations across the state.
With a proven track record of accomplishments working with neighborhood residents, schools, government leaders, corporate partners, and social service providers across the community, Center For Family Services is a force for positive change. The strong network of more than 1500 dedicated staff are the most valuable asset and resource at Center For Family Services. Center For Family Services is an employer and a service provider dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. Cultural competence and awareness is a critical component of workplace culture and service delivery.
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584 Benson StreetCamdenCamden, NJ 08103
DATE POSTED
August 23, 2018
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REQUIREMENTS
- 15-20 hours per week