Peer Recovery Specialist-Outreach Coordinator Anchor Teen Center $2,000 retention bonus

Job description

This position is eligible for a $2,000 retention bonus. Job Summary: The Providence Center Anchor Peer Recovery Support Specialist/Outreach Coordinator plays a critical role in fostering meaningful connections with teens and the wider community to support the mission of the Jim Gillen Anchor Teen Center. This position is responsible for increasing youth participation (census) at the center by engaging with local schools, community organizations, service providers, and families. The coordinator will serve as both a peer support role model and a bridge between the center and the community, promoting recovery, resilience, and youth empowerment. Duties and Responsibilities: Peer Support & Youth Engagement: Act as a positive, relatable peer mentor for teens navigating recovery, wellness, or personal challenges. Facilitate group discussions, workshops, and peer-led activities that foster self-expression, connection, and growth. Build trust and rapport with teens to encourage consistent participation in programming. Community Outreach & Partnership Development: Identify, establish, and maintain collaborative relationships with schools, social service agencies, mental health and recovery p...